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BD08 LPE

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

142,382 mi
Last recorded142,382 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 LPE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 142,382 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded but not prescribed area and previous weld split along bottom

Offside Front Outer sill corroded but not in prescribed area

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 142,379 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded but not prescribed area and previous weld split along bottom

Offside Front Outer sill corroded but not in prescribed area

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 136,350 miles

Offside Front outer sill showing signs of some corrosion / weakening . not in structural zone at test time

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 136,350 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front outer sill showing signs of some corrosion / weakening . not in structural zone at test time

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 131,679 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 131,607 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced patch repair (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 124,965 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 124,965 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 119,916 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 119,916 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 117,306 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 111,730 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 106,600 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 106,600 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 95,919 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 86,689 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 86,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 62,990 miles

some wear to discs

Fail 2 Mar 2015 62,990 miles

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

some wear to discs

Pass 18 Mar 2014 41,906 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 25,296 miles

turbo pipe not secure

Pass 16 May 2012 18,414 miles

rear silencer strap broken

Pass 20 May 2011 16,889 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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BD08 LPE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BD08 LPE, 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 BD08 LPE registered?

BD08 LPE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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