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SO57 DSX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,497 mi
Last recorded105,497 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 DSX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 105,497 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 105,485 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 92,852 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Oct 2016 80,072 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 67,251 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 54,405 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 49,342 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 37,917 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 25,957 miles

Both front tyres 3mm and wearing on extreme edges.

Fail 24 Feb 2012 25,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Both front tyres 3mm and wearing on extreme edges.

Pass 25 Feb 2011 16,930 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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SO57 DSX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 SO57 DSX, 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 SO57 DSX registered?

SO57 DSX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is SO57 DSX safe to buy?

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