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YG58 XFT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,922 mi
Last recorded68,922 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 XFT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 68,922 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 62,979 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 19 Aug 2020 58,412 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 14 Aug 2019 48,924 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 3 Aug 2018 38,388 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 38,388 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 33,539 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 33,539 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 26,849 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 18,570 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 10,742 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 3,589 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 24,400 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 20 Sep 2011 19,900 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 19,900 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YG58 XFT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YG58 XFT, 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 YG58 XFT registered?

YG58 XFT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is YG58 XFT safe to buy?

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