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VO58 BHN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

118,664 mi
Last recorded118,664 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO58 BHN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2019 118,664 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn very tight to turn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 117,296 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 117,290 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 116,139 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 115,284 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Aug 2016 115,264 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust hanger broken (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak ()

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

no. plate lamp lens missing

Pass 26 Aug 2015 113,098 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 103,565 miles

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

rear exhaust box clamp corrosion exhaust secure at time of test

Fail 10 Sep 2014 103,079 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

rear exhaust box clamp corrosion exhaust secure at time of test

Pass 20 Sep 2013 88,043 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2013 88,003 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 71,225 miles

Oil leak

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

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 14 Sep 2011 52,291 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2011 51,841 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 33,307 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 15,852 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 59 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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VO58 BHN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VO58 BHN, 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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VO58 BHN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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