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YS57 ZCL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

88,556 mi
Last recorded88,556 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 ZCL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 May 2023 88,556 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking under engine (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

full exhaust rusty

Pass 15 Nov 2021 82,872 miles

Nearside & Offside Front Brake Discs slightly scored/pitted

Nearside & Offside Front Suspension/Wishbone Arm (rear) Bush showing signs of cracks

Fail 15 Nov 2021 82,872 miles

Nearside & Offside Front Brake Discs slightly scored/pitted

Nearside & Offside Front Suspension/Wishbone Arm (rear) Bush showing signs of cracks

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 80,334 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 80,334 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 76,427 miles

exhaust getting corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2020 76,407 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust getting corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2019 68,493 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 59,744 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 52,636 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 43,465 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 43,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 36,525 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 1 Jul 2014 31,126 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 28,021 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 22,956 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 21,509 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 17,560 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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YS57 ZCL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YS57 ZCL, 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 YS57 ZCL registered?

YS57 ZCL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 February 2008.

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