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SP58 FVV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

112,943 mi
Last recorded112,943 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP58 FVV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 112,943 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Mar 2025 112,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Mar 2024 109,197 miles

both outer sills corroded but not holed

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 14 Mar 2023 107,653 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2023 107,653 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 102,076 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 102,076 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 29 Mar 2021 96,396 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 96,369 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 91,955 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 91,955 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 86,294 miles

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated odometer reading dimm (7.8 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 86,294 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated odometer reading dimm (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 80,334 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 73,857 miles

Offside Rear rear wiper torn

Fail 13 Mar 2017 73,819 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front nail in tyre

Offside Rear rear wiper torn

Pass 16 Mar 2016 66,961 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 66,961 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 60,636 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 54,087 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 49,272 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 40,492 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 33,728 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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SP58 FVV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 SP58 FVV, 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 SP58 FVV registered?

SP58 FVV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is SP58 FVV safe to buy?

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