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SH58 FBL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

95,171 mi
Last recorded95,171 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH58 FBL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 95,171 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Both rear tyres slightly cracked.

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Aug 2016 85,498 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 85,498 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 74,120 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

nearside mirror held on with tape

Fail 10 Jul 2015 74,120 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

nearside mirror held on with tape

Pass 9 Jul 2014 65,077 miles

spare wheel hanger loose

Fail 9 Jul 2014 65,077 miles

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

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

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

spare wheel hanger loose

Pass 10 Jul 2013 53,445 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 53,445 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 36,981 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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SH58 FBL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SH58 FBL, 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 SH58 FBL registered?

SH58 FBL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 November 2008.

Is SH58 FBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH58 FBL shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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