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BP08 BMY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,937 mi
Last recorded96,937 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 BMY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2019 96,937 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front sub frame mounting split (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Front manifold heat shied lose but still secure

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner wing damaged around light area structure still solid

Nearside Front Outer sill has corrosion but still solid

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge out edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner rack arm has slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

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

air con pump has a crack in the mounting bracket but still secure

Fail 8 Oct 2018 96,780 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability floor inadequate repair nsr osr (6.2.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Outer sill has corrosion

Nearside Front coil spring corroded

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

Offside Front Inner rack arm has slight play

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner wing damaged due to hit -bent

Pass 15 Aug 2017 85,654 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 85,467 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 74,300 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 74,300 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 13,803 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 70,375 miles

advise chunks out of n/s/f outer sidewall of tyre

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 BMY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BP08 BMY, 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 BMY registered?

BP08 BMY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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