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PL57 FKH

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

125,795 mi
Last recorded125,795 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 FKH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 125,795 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced passenger side sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 121,572 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 121,572 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 118,308 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 118,302 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 110,691 miles

Nearside Rear number plate light came on during the test

Rear brakes does not quite increase & decrease at the same rate

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 110,674 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front drop link gaiters split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering rack gaiter split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded to excess (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre split to inner cords in tyre tread in areas 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear number plate light came on during the test

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear brakes does not quite increase & decrease at the same rate

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 105,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Heavily corroded, attention recommended (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension components corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2021 105,996 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Heavily corroded, attention recommended (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2018 91,090 miles

both rear tyres over manufacturers recomended safe operational date and slight perishing to sidewalls

Fail 10 Feb 2018 91,090 miles

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres over manufacturers recomended safe operational date and slight perishing to sidewalls

Pass 18 Jan 2017 83,662 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 78,421 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 71,077 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 64,014 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 56,310 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 48,737 miles

rear tyre sidewalls perishing

Fail 19 Jan 2012 48,733 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear tyre sidewalls perishing

Pass 18 Jan 2011 37,139 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 37,138 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.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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PL57 FKH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 PL57 FKH, 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 PL57 FKH registered?

PL57 FKH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 February 2008.

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