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BK08 XEP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,581 mi
Last recorded28,581 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 XEP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 28,581 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 28,322 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 27,996 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 27,515 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 26,892 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 26,384 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 25,835 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 25,101 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 23,993 miles

n/s o/s front and rear tyre start to crack

Pass 1 Mar 2017 22,657 miles

n/s o/s front and rear tyres start to crack

Pass 29 Feb 2016 21,469 miles

n/s o/s front and rear tyres start to crack

Pass 27 Feb 2015 20,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 18,808 miles

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2013 17,605 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 15,246 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 12,860 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 12,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XEP 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 94.1%.

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 BK08 XEP, 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 XEP registered?

BK08 XEP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is BK08 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 XEP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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