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WV58 HLM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,426 mi
Last recorded142,426 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 HLM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 142,426 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 142,413 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front o/s & n/s headlights out of aim. (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 125,400 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 175,184 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken DANGEROUS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 107,312 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 106,938 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 99,975 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 94,330 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 93,620 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam due to faulty switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch inoperative with lights on (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative with lights on (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front fog lamps not working due to faulty switch

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 90,055 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 81,582 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 81,582 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2017 73,482 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 62,280 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 51,394 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 38,554 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 38,554 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 24,893 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 24,893 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 21,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

both rear tyres sidewall perishing

Fail 27 Sep 2012 21,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres sidewall perishing

Pass 1 Sep 2011 15,275 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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WV58 HLM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WV58 HLM, 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 WV58 HLM registered?

WV58 HLM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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