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AU08 OBR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

135,001 mi
Last recorded135,001 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 OBR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 135,001 miles

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

Nearside sill weak

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

Pass 8 May 2017 113,468 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2017 113,468 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 95,392 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 83,224 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 68,577 miles

Front suspension springs slightly corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2013 53,891 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges and close to wear indicators

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Jun 2012 38,980 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 38,021 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2012 37,910 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 29,137 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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AU08 OBR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AU08 OBR, 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 AU08 OBR registered?

AU08 OBR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 OBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 OBR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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