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AM08 GYH

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,287 mi
Last recorded101,287 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 GYH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 101,287 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 101,287 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 96,387 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 91,773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 86,224 miles

Nearside Front nearside front outer sill

Pass 10 Aug 2021 79,034 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 73,824 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 66,215 miles

Nearside Front body damage to sill and door

Pass 6 Aug 2018 57,190 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 50,709 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 49,049 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper worn

Pass 7 Oct 2015 39,883 miles

Backbox support hanger broken, but system is still supported adequately

Fail 5 Oct 2015 39,865 miles

Centre Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings underbody within 30cm to seat mount(s) (6.1.B.2)

Backbox support hanger broken, but system is still supported adequately

Pass 22 Sep 2014 31,581 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 20,387 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 18,508 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 14,633 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel filler flap missing

N/S/F Tyre perished

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Mar 2011 11,564 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front brake discs slightly worn

fuel cap cover missing

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 GYH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GYH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 GYH registered?

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

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