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YK58 XSZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,077 mi
Last recorded147,077 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 XSZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 147,077 miles

both sills corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2023 147,045 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

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

both sills corroded but not within 30cms of a structual component

Pass 5 Sep 2022 139,250 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 139,157 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 130,643 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

clutch rubber missing

rear bumper damaged

Pass 23 Sep 2020 126,710 miles

only 2 rear seats fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Sep 2020 126,545 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 118,393 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

clutch pedal rubber missing

exhaust rear silencer slight corrosion

nearside front tyre slight wear to edges

offside and nearside outer sills corroded

Fail 27 Sep 2019 118,393 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

clutch pedal rubber missing

exhaust rear silencer slight corrosion

nearside front tyre slight wear to edges

offside and nearside outer sills corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2018 102,829 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 102,798 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 93,337 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 86,388 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 73,779 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 73,779 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 62,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 51,448 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 40,074 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 30,013 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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YK58 XSZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YK58 XSZ, 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 YK58 XSZ registered?

YK58 XSZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 September 2008.

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