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YT58 VRL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,696 mi
Last recorded45,696 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT58 VRL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 45,696 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 45,149 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 45,149 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 43,850 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 42,859 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 41,652 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 40,384 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 39,371 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 37,616 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 37,598 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 34,346 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 31,712 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 26,994 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 23,509 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 22,481 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 20,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 20,480 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 18,015 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 14,923 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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YT58 VRL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YT58 VRL, 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 YT58 VRL registered?

YT58 VRL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is YT58 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT58 VRL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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