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BK08 CCE

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,364 mi
Last recorded129,364 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 CCE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 129,364 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2025 129,364 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 128,526 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 128,526 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2023 127,950 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 126,141 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 126,100 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 126,100 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 124,791 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 123,092 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 117,687 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 117,018 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 108,760 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 105,196 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 105,196 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front undershield insecure

Pass 10 Apr 2014 98,202 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 98,202 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 92,660 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 92,660 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 78,507 miles

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)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 56,356 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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BK08 CCE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 BK08 CCE, 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 BK08 CCE registered?

BK08 CCE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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