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PF57 VVT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,765 mi
Last recorded88,765 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF57 VVT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 88,765 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 82,714 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 82,711 miles

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 82,696 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 25 Nov 2022 79,461 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 74,157 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 74,147 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 70,131 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 67,551 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 67,551 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 63,512 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 63,507 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 59,992 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 59,992 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 53,931 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 49,098 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 49,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 43,486 miles

rear silencer support/ mounting band broken but system adequately supported

Pass 8 Jan 2014 39,554 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 34,918 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 28,709 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 23,070 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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PF57 VVT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PF57 VVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF57 VVT registered?

PF57 VVT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is PF57 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF57 VVT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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