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LY57 MLV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

85,732 mi
Last recorded85,732 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 MLV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 85,732 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 85,732 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 76,661 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 65,225 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 65,225 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 51,532 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 48,586 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 45,554 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 41,827 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,733 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 28,515 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 19,095 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 14,398 miles

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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LY57 MLV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LY57 MLV, 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 LY57 MLV registered?

LY57 MLV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LY57 MLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY57 MLV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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