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PX58 XGH

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

130,277 mi
Last recorded130,277 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX58 XGH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 130,277 miles

Central Front Upper exhaust heat sheild loose/detached

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

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

Fail 2 May 2019 130,277 miles

Central Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper exhaust heat sheild loose/detached

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 126,676 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Rear (axel)tube /bearings worn.

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 23 Apr 2018 126,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Rear (axel)tube /bearings worn.

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 3 Nov 2015 81,298 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 70,407 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 58,119 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 47,963 miles

n/s/r tyre 2mm close to legal limit

o/s/r tyre 2mm close to legal limit

Fail 24 Oct 2012 47,693 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

n/s/r tyre 2mm close to legal limit

o/s/r tyre 2mm close to legal limit

Fail 30 Sep 2011 36,164 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 36,164 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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PX58 XGH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PX58 XGH, 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 PX58 XGH registered?

PX58 XGH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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