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SK58 VGP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

87,005 mi
Last recorded87,005 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK58 VGP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 87,005 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge and splitting in tread area

several areas of corrosion on underside

Fail 27 Aug 2020 87,005 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge and splitting in tread area

several areas of corrosion on underside

Pass 9 Aug 2019 83,352 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front subframe, rear axle and suspension components corroded

several areas of corrosion on underside

Fail 9 Aug 2019 83,352 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front subframe, rear axle and suspension components corroded

several areas of corrosion on underside

Pass 27 Aug 2018 79,410 miles

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

signs of leakage on both front c v boots but no holes found and still secure

Fail 27 Aug 2018 79,410 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

signs of leakage on both front c v boots but no holes found and still secure

Pass 29 Aug 2017 73,234 miles

both front c v boots have signs of old leakage

Fail 29 Aug 2017 73,234 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

both front c v boots have signs of old leakage

Pass 18 Aug 2016 68,397 miles

rear indicators discoloured

Fail 18 Aug 2016 68,397 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs very worn/lipped

rear indicators discoloured

Pass 14 Aug 2015 63,114 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 56,844 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 56,844 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake pads low.

Pass 9 Aug 2013 49,068 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 40,835 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2012 40,835 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 29,461 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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SK58 VGP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 SK58 VGP, 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 SK58 VGP registered?

SK58 VGP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 September 2008.

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