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YC58 FZD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

184,768 mi
Last recorded184,768 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 FZD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Oct 2018 184,768 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2015 110,744 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Both outer sills corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2015 110,744 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Both outer sills corroded

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 98,226 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 98,226 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 90,278 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 90,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 77,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 59,187 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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YC58 FZD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 YC58 FZD, 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 YC58 FZD registered?

YC58 FZD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is YC58 FZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 FZD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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