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AX08 HBD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,313 mi
Last recorded137,313 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 HBD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 137,313 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 130,175 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 130,175 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 110,487 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre cracked due to age

Fail 28 Apr 2018 110,487 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre cracked due to age

Pass 12 May 2017 95,607 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 95,607 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2016 79,251 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 75,118 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 70,451 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 64,297 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 56,984 miles

corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 14 Jul 2011 42,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 42,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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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AX08 HBD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey 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 AX08 HBD, 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 AX08 HBD registered?

AX08 HBD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is AX08 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 HBD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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