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BK08 OKC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

91,974 mi
Last recorded91,974 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 OKC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 91,974 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 91,974 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2025 85,866 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 85,864 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 81,932 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 76,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 72,962 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2022 72,962 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 70,979 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 70,979 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 68,963 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 68,963 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 64,348 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 64,348 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 59,775 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 57,123 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 53,882 miles

Rear n/s and o/s tyre has slightly worn on the outer wall

Fail 3 Mar 2016 53,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear n/s and o/s tyre has slightly worn on the outer wall

Pass 12 Feb 2015 45,647 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 38,519 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 38,519 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 32,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 May 2012 27,779 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 27,779 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 20,912 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 OKC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 OKC, 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 BK08 OKC registered?

BK08 OKC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BK08 OKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 OKC shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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