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WP57 FOM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,680 mi
Last recorded101,680 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP57 FOM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 101,680 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 101,654 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 97,668 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 91,324 miles

both front tyres are wearing on edges

Fail 27 May 2015 91,324 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyres are wearing on edges

Pass 18 Jun 2014 83,983 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 74,447 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 67,387 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 54,722 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WP57 FOM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WP57 FOM, 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 WP57 FOM registered?

WP57 FOM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is WP57 FOM safe to buy?

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