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BL08 ZTS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

177,461 mi
Last recorded177,461 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 ZTS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 177,461 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 177,461 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 169,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust emissions high

Fail 29 Aug 2017 169,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust emissions high

Pass 9 Jun 2016 154,704 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 144,943 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 134,382 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 134,382 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2013 123,306 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 123,305 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 113,580 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 113,534 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Fail 31 May 2012 113,267 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 99,395 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 99,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

child seat fitted centre rear

chip in windscreen

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 ZTS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 ZTS, 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 BL08 ZTS registered?

BL08 ZTS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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