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AV08 AVO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,329 mi
Last recorded106,329 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 AVO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 106,329 miles

Offside door mirror glass damaged

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

center exhaust in poor condition

Fail 20 Feb 2020 106,329 miles

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside door mirror glass damaged

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust strap broken

center exhaust in poor condition

Pass 6 Mar 2019 98,258 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 89,487 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 81,576 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 71,945 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 62,444 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 62,444 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 54,023 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 44,554 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 44,554 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 36,398 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 26,507 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 26,507 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AV08 AVO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc petrol 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 AV08 AVO, 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 AV08 AVO registered?

AV08 AVO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is AV08 AVO safe to buy?

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