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BL08 WCF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

134,974 mi
Last recorded134,974 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 WCF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2024 134,974 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective affecting beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill rotten (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective affecting beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill rotten (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged unable to fully view due to wheel trim fitted incorrectly (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 130,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 130,353 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 127,297 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 123,520 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 123,517 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 121,403 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 121,402 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough Strut top bearing partly seized (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 115,485 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'P' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 110,986 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 109,804 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 101,001 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 101,001 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 May 2015 91,329 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 91,329 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 89,879 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 77,606 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 76,638 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 60,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 44,029 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 44,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2011 31,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BL08 WCF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 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 BL08 WCF, 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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BL08 WCF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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