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What is the shelf life of Castrol XL30 monograde oil?
I use Castrol XL30 monograde oil in my Ford E93A engine and bulk buying is cheaper. What would be the shelf life of the oil?
Asked on 20 February 2017 by Ian Thom
Answered by
Keith Moody
Every oil is different, and a lot depends on how the lubricant is stored, but generally most manufacturers say engine oil has a shelf life of four to five years.
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