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MA58 APV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,933 mi
Last recorded45,933 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA58 APV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 45,933 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2025 36,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 31,006 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 30,973 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure damaged (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 27,330 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 26,870 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 26,163 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 25,372 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 23,956 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 22,248 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 20,460 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 18,663 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 17,988 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 17,316 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 16,169 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 14,238 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 11,545 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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MA58 APV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MA58 APV, 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 MA58 APV registered?

MA58 APV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is MA58 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA58 APV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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