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AP08 SKD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,968 mi
Last recorded95,968 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SKD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 95,968 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2018 95,968 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2017 83,798 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 83,798 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2016 72,138 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 59,736 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 May 2015 59,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 48,765 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 42,179 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 35,161 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 35,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

All tyres cracked/perished.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 27,837 miles

Cut in tread on nearside front tyre.

Offside handbrake actuator arm not fully returning to caliper stop

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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AP08 SKD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AP08 SKD, 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 AP08 SKD registered?

AP08 SKD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AP08 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 SKD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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