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AA08 EDJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,446 mi
Last recorded49,446 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 EDJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 49,446 miles

both nearside and offside outer sills corroded at front,outside prescribed areas

Fail 24 Jun 2020 49,439 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

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

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

both nearside and offside outer sills corroded at front,outside prescribed areas

Pass 18 Jun 2019 48,572 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 47,135 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 44,969 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 44,930 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 43,326 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 4 Jun 2015 41,985 miles

slight perishing in tread pattern on n/s & o/s rear tyres

Fail 23 Jun 2014 40,273 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 40,273 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 34,980 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 28,718 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 22,229 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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AA08 EDJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey 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 AA08 EDJ, 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 AA08 EDJ registered?

AA08 EDJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is AA08 EDJ safe to buy?

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