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MA58 SXB

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,384 mi
Last recorded142,384 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA58 SXB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 142,384 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 142,384 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 139,441 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 139,441 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2019 137,241 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 137,241 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2018 134,042 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 130,710 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 119,796 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 103,442 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 85,621 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2014 85,621 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 66,888 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 51,194 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 37,118 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 SXB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SXB, 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 SXB registered?

MA58 SXB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is MA58 SXB safe to buy?

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