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MT57 UHR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,747 mi
Last recorded156,747 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 UHR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2017 156,747 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 156,454 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 140,908 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 128,027 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Mar 2015 128,027 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 108,686 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 87,414 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 71,993 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 56,882 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 UHR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UHR, 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 UHR registered?

MT57 UHR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 January 2008.

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The MOT history for MT57 UHR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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