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AN08 MHY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,205 mi
Last recorded122,205 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 MHY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 122,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 105,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 105,940 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 105,897 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear exhaust mounting bracket deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2018 96,341 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective strap mount snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,992 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 6 Jun 2017 84,850 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement HANDBRAKE OVER ADJUSTED, ONLY 1-2 CLICKS ON RATCHET. (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 73,273 miles

Both Front Tyres Perishing.

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 61,669 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jun 2014 53,712 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 53,712 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 45,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 36,819 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,180 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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AN08 MHY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AN08 MHY, 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 AN08 MHY registered?

AN08 MHY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AN08 MHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 MHY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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