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BP08 BLJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

138,888 mi
Last recorded138,888 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 BLJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 138,888 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nsf wheel arch liner slightly insecure

Fail 8 Dec 2020 138,888 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nsf wheel arch liner slightly insecure

Pass 15 May 2019 130,266 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 123,947 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 123,947 miles

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2017 118,244 miles

front brakes binding slightly

o/s outer sill corroded

Pass 6 May 2016 111,529 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 108,245 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 108,232 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 105,935 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 98,830 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Nov 2013 98,830 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Nov 2012 90,418 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 83,622 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 74,599 miles

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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BP08 BLJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 BP08 BLJ, 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 BP08 BLJ registered?

BP08 BLJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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