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AO08 DYM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,659 mi
Last recorded113,659 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 DYM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 113,659 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component o/s of steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 99,128 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 88,422 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 88,422 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 67,217 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 49,063 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 42,044 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 33,062 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 33,062 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust bracket insecure (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 29,088 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 7 Feb 2014 26,220 miles

all tyre starting to perish

Pass 8 Feb 2013 22,369 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 20,483 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 18,111 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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AO08 DYM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AO08 DYM, 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 AO08 DYM registered?

AO08 DYM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is AO08 DYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 DYM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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