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SV58 XOR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests14 (6 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

86,233 mi
Last recorded86,233 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV58 XOR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 86,233 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 86,233 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 86,124 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 86,114 miles

engine w/l on

Fail 1 Jul 2016 86,114 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine w/l on

Fail 31 Mar 2016 85,889 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

spare wheel flat

Fail 20 Apr 2015 72,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 72,609 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 71,995 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 71,995 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 62,156 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 62,156 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 49,717 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r lamp lens slightly damaged

Fail 2 Sep 2011 49,751 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r lamp lens slightly damaged

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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SV58 XOR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 SV58 XOR, 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 SV58 XOR registered?

SV58 XOR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is SV58 XOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV58 XOR shows 14 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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