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WG57 JGF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,652 mi
Last recorded81,652 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 JGF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 81,652 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 81,652 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 78,883 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 75,761 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 70,629 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 69,228 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 69,225 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 67,805 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 65,479 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 62,124 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 62,124 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 59,681 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 55,526 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 53,163 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 47,118 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 40,826 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 34,486 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 28,458 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 21,399 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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WG57 JGF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WG57 JGF, 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 WG57 JGF registered?

WG57 JGF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is WG57 JGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG57 JGF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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