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BJ08 SGV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,007 mi
Last recorded97,007 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 SGV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2021 97,007 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 94,005 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 88,396 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 83,258 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 77,360 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 71,866 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 66,127 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 60,423 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 53,402 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 43,356 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 29,047 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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BJ08 SGV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BJ08 SGV, 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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How do I check the history of BJ08 SGV?

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What year was BJ08 SGV registered?

BJ08 SGV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BJ08 SGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 SGV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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