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AF08 YGT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,237 mi
Last recorded109,237 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 109,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LHR outer edge low. (5.2.3 (e))

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated Speedo dim but readable. (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 80,670 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 80,661 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 68,389 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 58,486 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 43,245 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 43,034 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 41,677 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 40,642 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 39,400 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 39,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

O/S/R tyre perished & cracking

Pass 15 Jul 2013 35,993 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 35,993 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 32,632 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 30,050 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 YGT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YGT, 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 YGT registered?

AF08 YGT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is AF08 YGT safe to buy?

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