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SM57 LGC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,915 mi
Last recorded67,915 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 LGC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2015 67,915 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 67,915 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 51,325 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear wiper blade torn

Fail 25 Jun 2014 51,325 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 22 Jun 2013 35,218 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 18,828 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 17,887 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 13,667 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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SM57 LGC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SM57 LGC, 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 SM57 LGC registered?

SM57 LGC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SM57 LGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 LGC shows 8 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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