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YP58 ELW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,345 mi
Last recorded155,345 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP58 ELW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 155,345 miles

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sills - paint bubbled but no weakness (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 145,001 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 132,754 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 120,912 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 120,912 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 106,780 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 92,576 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 92,576 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 85,035 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 85,035 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 66,964 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 49,460 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 33,320 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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YP58 ELW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YP58 ELW, 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 YP58 ELW registered?

YP58 ELW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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