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YY57 HCD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,223 mi
Last recorded69,223 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY57 HCD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2021 69,223 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front subframe and suspension arms corroded

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

Nearside Front anti roll bar link ball joint as slight play

Nearside Front rack end play

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

both rear brake hose ferulls corroded

exhaust corroded slightly blowing

Pass 16 Jan 2020 66,599 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 61,920 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 61,910 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2018 56,931 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 51,824 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 47,325 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 42,383 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jan 2014 37,964 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 34,611 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 31,533 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 27,471 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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YY57 HCD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YY57 HCD, 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 YY57 HCD registered?

YY57 HCD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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