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AG08 SWZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

107,536 mi
Last recorded107,536 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 SWZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 107,536 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fouling on body

Fail 25 Feb 2026 107,531 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fouling on body

Pass 19 Feb 2025 103,595 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 96,766 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 90,372 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 84,643 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 80,146 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 75,585 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 70,262 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 65,113 miles

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 18 Feb 2016 52,909 miles

rear tyres perished

slight movement n/s/r light unit

Pass 26 Feb 2015 47,060 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Damage to nearside of vehicle

Spare tyre missing

Pass 5 Mar 2014 41,584 miles

spare wheel missing

Pass 8 Mar 2013 35,742 miles

spare wheel missing

Pass 14 Mar 2012 25,404 miles

Offside front tyre perished/cracked outer sidewall

Pass 16 Mar 2011 18,591 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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AG08 SWZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AG08 SWZ, 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 AG08 SWZ registered?

AG08 SWZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is AG08 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 SWZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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