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AM08 GYF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,044 mi
Last recorded85,044 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 GYF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 85,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges ADVISE replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill pannel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges ADVISE replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill pannel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 75,501 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 71,331 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 71,331 miles

Central Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 66,964 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 62,637 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 62,637 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 58,324 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 18 Mar 2015 55,176 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 3 Mar 2014 50,249 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 50,249 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 44,374 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Apr 2012 37,440 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 31,876 miles

crack in zone b of screen not obscureing drivers view

nsf tyre on 2mm

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 GYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GYF, 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 GYF registered?

AM08 GYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is AM08 GYF safe to buy?

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