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SJ58 VJG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

292,137 mi
Last recorded292,137 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2013
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 VJG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2013 292,137 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 15 Mar 2012 40,819 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 34,623 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 34,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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SJ58 VJG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJ58 VJG, 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 SJ58 VJG registered?

SJ58 VJG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is SJ58 VJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ58 VJG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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