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LV58 UCB

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

107,105 mi
Last recorded107,105 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV58 UCB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 107,105 miles

Corrosion to rear suspension components

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 107,105 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Corrosion to rear suspension components

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 105,800 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 105,599 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 104,008 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside sill panel corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2023 102,574 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 102,574 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 97,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 92,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 88,100 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 88,098 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 77,306 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 73,518 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Jan 2018 73,518 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jan 2017 68,406 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 63,757 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 63,757 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 56,543 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 48,391 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 48,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

osr tyre perished

Fail 29 Oct 2012 40,415 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 40,415 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 29,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise front brake pads wearing low and discs lipped.

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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LV58 UCB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 70,413 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV58 UCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LV58 UCB registered?

LV58 UCB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is LV58 UCB safe to buy?

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