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YP57 VUA

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,606 mi
Last recorded98,606 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP57 VUA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 98,606 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2022 98,606 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 92,369 miles

clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

Pass 15 Jan 2020 87,582 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 87,582 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 84,019 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 78,877 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 72,750 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 72,750 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 66,902 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 66,902 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2014 60,532 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 60,532 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 52,360 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 44,239 miles

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)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 36,205 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 27,536 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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YP57 VUA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YP57 VUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP57 VUA registered?

YP57 VUA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 January 2008.

Is YP57 VUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP57 VUA shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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