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BD08 XYF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

123,583 mi
Last recorded123,583 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 XYF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2022 123,583 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 123,521 miles

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 115,783 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 115,783 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 108,292 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 98,741 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 94,224 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 94,223 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2017 83,471 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill within 30cm of seat fastenings (5.2.6)

Fail 2 May 2017 83,225 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill within 30cm of seat fastenings (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill within 30cm of seat fastenings (5.2.6)

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

Pass 3 May 2016 71,415 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 59,661 miles

n/s/wiper leaves smear

Fail 20 May 2015 59,661 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/wiper leaves smear

Pass 22 May 2014 48,718 miles

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

Windscreen bracked along bottom not in vision

Pass 16 May 2013 36,974 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 25,587 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 14,010 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 XYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 XYF, 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 XYF registered?

BD08 XYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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