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VN57 XJY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,639 mi
Last recorded93,639 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN57 XJY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 93,639 miles

Exhaust back box corroded and bracket broke but still secure.

Oil leak.

Pass 18 Mar 2015 80,298 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine management light is on

rear exhaust hanger strap rusted away

windscreen cracked lower section outside drivers view

Fail 16 Mar 2015 80,298 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine management light is on

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres tread blocks deteriorated

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall deteriorated

rear exhaust hanger strap rusted away

windscreen cracked lower section outside drivers view

Pass 24 Apr 2013 73,721 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil leak

rear exhaust bracket rusted away

Fail 2 Feb 2012 56,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

crack in lower part of screen not affecting drivers view of the road

rear silencer detiorated

Pass 2 Feb 2012 56,047 miles

crack in lower part of screen not affecting drivers view of the road

rear silencer detiorated

Pass 3 Feb 2011 39,338 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 39,338 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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VN57 XJY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VN57 XJY, 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

How do I check the history of VN57 XJY?

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What year was VN57 XJY registered?

VN57 XJY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is VN57 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN57 XJY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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