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BN08 KFF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

138,216 mi
Last recorded138,216 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 KFF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2021 138,216 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre pipe at rear to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle mounting and seat belt prescribed areas corroded but not excessively

Offside Rear Axle mounting and seat belt prescribed areas corroded but not excessively.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Slight play in os and ns steering, rack end joints

all rear seats not fitted at time of test, unable to fully inspect rear seat belts, offside, nearside, and centre

Fail 12 Mar 2021 138,216 miles

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded to excess as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre pipe at rear to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle mounting and seat belt prescribed areas corroded but not excessively

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Axle mounting and seat belt prescribed areas corroded but not excessively.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Slight play in os and ns steering, rack end joints

all rear seats not fitted at time of test, unable to fully inspect rear seat belts, offside, nearside, and centre

Pass 19 Mar 2020 124,714 miles

corrosion on front outer sills

Fail 18 Mar 2020 124,714 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

corrosion on front outer sills

Pass 19 Mar 2019 108,839 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test No rear seat fitted. ()

Rear exhaust hanger snapped.

Rear seat belts untested.

Fail 19 Mar 2019 108,839 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test No rear seat fitted. ()

Rear exhaust hanger snapped.

Rear seat belts untested.

Pass 21 Mar 2018 96,081 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 89,718 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 85,350 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 74,509 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 67,226 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 57,000 miles

N/s and o/s/r outer tyre walls cracked, but not exposing cord.

Pass 16 Feb 2012 45,846 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 45,808 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 35,387 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 35,387 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BN08 KFF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BN08 KFF, 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 BN08 KFF registered?

BN08 KFF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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