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PN58 NYU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

93,277 mi
Last recorded93,277 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN58 NYU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 93,277 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at previous repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at previous repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2026 93,277 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases split in silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at previous repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at previous repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2025 90,179 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 83,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 78,534 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 72,780 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 72,780 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

exhaust rear section corroded but not leaking

Pass 14 Jul 2021 70,199 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 70,199 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cracked down to ply cord 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Sill (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 67,490 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 63,247 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 57,945 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 57,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/65/15h (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 51,672 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 46,364 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 40,794 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 40,794 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 35,185 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 35,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 31,400 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 25,606 miles

Nearside front tyre sidewall starting to perish.

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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PN58 NYU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PN58 NYU, 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 PN58 NYU registered?

PN58 NYU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 September 2008.

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