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RA57 KYH

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 KYH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2021

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 109,908 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 102,267 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 94,271 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 94,271 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 84,333 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 84,333 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 79,653 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 79,653 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 75,126 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 75,126 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fail 4 Jul 2014 67,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 67,957 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 58,408 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 49,332 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 45,722 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2012 45,722 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2011 35,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake discs worn

Fail 14 Jan 2011 35,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake discs worn

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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RA57 KYH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 RA57 KYH, 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 RA57 KYH registered?

RA57 KYH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is RA57 KYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 KYH shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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