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PL57 JYX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,899 mi
Last recorded69,899 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 JYX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2020 69,899 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 69,895 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 69,266 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 68,083 miles

Rear exhaust hanger coroded away but system still supported

Fail 11 Jan 2018 68,083 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Rear exhaust hanger coroded away but system still supported

Pass 5 Jan 2017 63,656 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust hanger broken but system secure

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 63,656 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear exhaust hanger broken but system secure

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 58,836 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 52,622 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 46,984 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s rear exhaust strap broken but system still supported

Pass 9 Dec 2013 46,984 miles

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

n/s rear exhaust strap broken but system still supported

Pass 7 Dec 2012 42,521 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2012 35,356 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 35,356 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 25,768 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 JYX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 JYX, 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

How do I check the history of PL57 JYX?

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What year was PL57 JYX registered?

PL57 JYX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is PL57 JYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 JYX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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