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SP58 OCJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,076 mi
Last recorded49,076 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP58 OCJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 49,076 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 49,076 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 43,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

N/s/f tyrewall has various cuts

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear/Susp arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 38,755 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 38,754 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 34,307 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 30,225 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 30,225 miles

exhaust has a minor leak

offside front tyre structure slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Sep 2014 26,650 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 24,118 miles

rear exhaust hanger heavily corroded and snapped - exhaust still secure at time of test

Fail 21 Sep 2013 24,048 miles

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

both front brake discs worn

both front tyres nearing limit

front brake pad set wearing unevenly and low

rear exhaust hanger heavily corroded and snapped - exhaust still secure at time of test

Pass 9 Oct 2012 20,529 miles

front brake application uneven and imbalanced

Pass 17 Sep 2011 16,205 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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SP58 OCJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SP58 OCJ, 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 OCJ registered?

SP58 OCJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SP58 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP58 OCJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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