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BF08 KFC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,413 mi
Last recorded59,413 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 KFC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 59,413 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2026 59,409 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 53,955 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 53,852 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 53,852 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 53,088 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 53,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 51,003 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 51,003 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 47,829 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 47,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 45,498 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 42,714 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 39,537 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 39,532 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 35,956 miles

exhaust rear box support strap broken but system still adequately supported

Pass 23 Apr 2013 32,815 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 29,716 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 29,716 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 25,941 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,779 miles

O/S/R tyre punctured close to tyre wall

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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BF08 KFC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BF08 KFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF08 KFC registered?

BF08 KFC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 March 2008.

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The MOT history for BF08 KFC shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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