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AO08 VWW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,862 mi
Last recorded119,862 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 VWW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 119,862 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 117,185 miles

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

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

Offside mirror cover missing

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine cover & under tray fitted obscuring some components

Fail 16 Jan 2019 117,185 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside mirror cover missing

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear wiper blade worn

engine cover & under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Jan 2018 104,913 miles

AIRBAG - RESET FAULT CODE DRIVERS SIDE - IF LIGHT AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON AGAIN RETURN TO GARAGE

Exhaust - Rear box support bracket corroded

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S & N/S - require att soon (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Require att soon (3.5.1g)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing O/S & N/S (2.7.2a)

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (3.5.1i)

Top cover & Under tray fitted ENGINE

Fail 22 Jan 2018 104,913 miles

AIRBAG - RESET FAULT CODE DRIVERS SIDE - IF LIGHT AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON AGAIN RETURN TO GARAGE

Driver's airbag obviously defective Diagnostic tool test - reset fault light - off (5.4.1)

Exhaust - Rear box support bracket corroded

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S & N/S - require att soon (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Renew bulb on test (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Require att soon (3.5.1g)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing O/S & N/S (2.7.2a)

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (3.5.1i)

Top cover & Under tray fitted ENGINE

Pass 14 Jan 2017 89,466 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 71,885 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in treads slightly

Offside Rear tyre cracking in treads slightly

Fail 7 Oct 2015 71,885 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in treads slightly

Offside Rear tyre cracking in treads slightly

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,288 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 20 Aug 2014 53,288 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 9 Aug 2013 35,677 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 32,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

aircon leaking from front rad/condenser

Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,845 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,479 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 VWW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel 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 AO08 VWW, 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 VWW registered?

AO08 VWW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 VWW safe to buy?

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