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VF57 NUV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

144,721 mi
Last recorded144,721 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 NUV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 144,721 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2021 133,689 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 133,698 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 123,107 miles

Both headlamp beam images just meet mot criteria

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 3 Nov 2020 123,105 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Both headlamp beam images just meet mot criteria

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 112,259 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 May 2019 112,258 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 98,268 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 May 2018 98,267 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 May 2017 91,231 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 91,231 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2016 79,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wipers smearing

Pass 18 May 2015 65,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,835 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 35,751 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 28,554 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 25,890 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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VF57 NUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VF57 NUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VF57 NUV registered?

VF57 NUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is VF57 NUV safe to buy?

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