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SK58 VHA

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,190 mi
Last recorded87,190 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK58 VHA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 87,190 miles

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Aug 2020 87,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 83,114 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 83,114 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 70,701 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Aug 2017 55,483 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2017 55,483 miles

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 48,743 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 39,031 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)

Offside Rear exhaust silencer getting corroded on hanger asy

Fail 4 Sep 2015 39,031 miles

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

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

Offside Rear exhaust silencer getting corroded on hanger asy

Pass 3 Sep 2014 31,281 miles

o/s/f tyre slightly fouling inner wing trim

Fail 28 Aug 2014 31,281 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

o/s/f tyre slightly fouling inner wing trim

Pass 6 Sep 2013 21,967 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 16,054 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 11,988 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 VHA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VHA, 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 VHA registered?

SK58 VHA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 September 2008.

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