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AM08 GXW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,214 mi
Last recorded103,214 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 GXW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 103,214 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 86,711 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 78,842 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 78,842 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 71,948 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 62,258 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 52,839 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 52,838 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

heavy cracking to offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2011 40,482 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 31,960 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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AM08 GXW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AM08 GXW, 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 AM08 GXW registered?

AM08 GXW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AM08 GXW safe to buy?

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