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AF08 YEY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,382 mi
Last recorded53,382 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 YEY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2017 53,382 miles

Rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2016 49,507 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 44,992 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 39,972 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack in tread & side walls

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 34,997 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 29,820 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 24,122 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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AF08 YEY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF08 YEY, 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 AF08 YEY registered?

AF08 YEY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AF08 YEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 YEY shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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