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PL57 MYZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

109,037 mi
Last recorded109,037 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 MYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 109,037 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2018 109,037 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 95,915 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine oil leak

Fail 5 Oct 2016 95,915 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2015 89,092 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 82,489 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 77,029 miles

oil leak from area of sump gasket

Pass 16 Nov 2012 68,495 miles

rear exhaust strap fractured

Pass 31 Jan 2012 58,055 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 58,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 40,590 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

front number plate starting to delaminate

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 MYZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 PL57 MYZ, 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 MYZ registered?

PL57 MYZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is PL57 MYZ safe to buy?

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