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PL57 FAF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

82,392 mi
Last recorded82,392 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 FAF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 82,392 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 77,590 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 77,585 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 72,687 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 67,268 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 62,065 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 58,310 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 54,209 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 48,295 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 43,054 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 40,459 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 37,364 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 33,986 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 30,936 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 23,853 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 16,745 miles

rear tyres poorsidewalls

Pass 25 Feb 2011 10,244 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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PL57 FAF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PL57 FAF, 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 PL57 FAF registered?

PL57 FAF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is PL57 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 FAF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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