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BN08 XXJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

91,365 mi
Last recorded91,365 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 XXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 91,365 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2017 91,365 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 87,187 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

rear wiper blade split

Fail 7 Apr 2016 87,187 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (5.4.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

rear wiper blade split

Pass 3 Apr 2015 81,746 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 74,775 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 74,775 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2013 66,983 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 66,983 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 53,593 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 37,044 miles

nearside rear outersill damaged

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 XXJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XXJ, 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 BN08 XXJ registered?

BN08 XXJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is BN08 XXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 XXJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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