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LY57 RFX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

106,923 mi
Last recorded106,923 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 RFX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 106,923 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 106,900 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r outer sill slight body damage

Pass 29 Jul 2016 101,218 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 91,273 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 78,487 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 78,487 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 65,960 miles

One rear exhaust mount broken

Slight wall damage to n/s rear tyre

Two front tyres worn on the edges

Pass 5 Jul 2012 53,662 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 53,662 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 45,618 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 45,618 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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 RFX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LY57 RFX, 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 RFX registered?

LY57 RFX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is LY57 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY57 RFX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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