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AU08 PVX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,380 mi
Last recorded150,380 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 150,380 miles

Offside Front tyre uneven wear inner shoulder

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Aug 2016 150,380 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases injector seal(s) (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe leaking possible spill off pipes (7.2.3)

Offside Front tyre uneven wear inner shoulder

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 28 Aug 2015 135,070 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

very slight bind on the nearside front but not showing up on brake roller test

Pass 8 Aug 2014

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 98,884 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 98,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 77,949 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 61,166 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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AU08 PVX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PVX, 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 PVX registered?

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

Is AU08 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 PVX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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