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PE58 MWC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

148,550 mi
Last recorded148,550 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE58 MWC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2020 148,550 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside front tyre fouling wheel arch liner on full lock

nearside front wing damaged

rear tyres unevenly worn

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2019 142,340 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front outer sill sections weak

n/s/f wheel arch liner loose

Pass 17 Dec 2018 131,881 miles

n/s outer sill weak at front

Pass 18 Dec 2017 118,330 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 103,903 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 103,903 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front excessively worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 91,654 miles

both front tyres worn close to limit

front brake discs worn

Pass 10 Dec 2014 81,974 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 69,345 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 69,345 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 57,217 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear silencer strap in poor condition

Pass 11 Oct 2011 47,635 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 47,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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PE58 MWC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PE58 MWC, 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 PE58 MWC registered?

PE58 MWC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 September 2008.

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