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WD57 FSV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,965 mi
Last recorded68,965 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD57 FSV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 68,965 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 62,216 miles

Nearside Front tyre ad normal wear on outside tread shoulder

Pass 22 Jun 2016 48,694 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 39,912 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 39,033 miles

Rear exhaust bracket corroded system is secure.

Pass 20 Jul 2012 37,692 miles

o/s/r tyre lightly cracked

Pass 28 Jul 2011 36,184 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 34,396 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 34,396 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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WD57 FSV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WD57 FSV, 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 WD57 FSV registered?

WD57 FSV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is WD57 FSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD57 FSV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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