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NL57 FGZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

126,346 mi
Last recorded126,346 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL57 FGZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2015 126,346 miles

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 17 Jan 2014 110,706 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 110,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 93,329 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 93,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 74,977 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 56,037 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

small cut in n/s/r tyre tread. (no cords showing)

Fail 18 Jan 2011 56,037 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

small cut in n/s/r tyre tread. (no cords showing)

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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NL57 FGZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NL57 FGZ, 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 NL57 FGZ registered?

NL57 FGZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is NL57 FGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL57 FGZ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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