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MT57 UHP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

105,655 mi
Last recorded105,655 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 UHP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 105,655 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 100,804 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 94,379 miles

Both front shock absorber outer casing corroded

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

offside outer driveshaft boot clip deteriorated

Pass 10 Feb 2022 87,684 miles

Both front shock absorber outer casings corroded

small stone chip front windscreen

Pass 9 Feb 2021 82,284 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 79,828 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 72,460 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 72,331 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 68,313 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (185/65 15) (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65 15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65 15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 62,736 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 55,971 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 51,567 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 44,770 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhust bracket corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2013 39,882 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 34,100 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 24,744 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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MT57 UHP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MT57 UHP, 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 MT57 UHP registered?

MT57 UHP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is MT57 UHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT57 UHP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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