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BP08 FJX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,858 mi
Last recorded93,858 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 FJX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 93,858 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 89,811 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 89,800 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2024 89,726 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 85,054 miles

Offside Outer Seal rust

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 80,892 miles

Front both sills corroded through

Fail 25 Apr 2023 80,891 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front both sills corroded through

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 72,573 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 72,573 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 70,050 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 66,397 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 62,858 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 58,023 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 53,923 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 53,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure rear tyre perished on sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 49,470 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 43,214 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 37,139 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 37,132 miles

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

o/s/r tyre showing age cracking on inner wall.

Pass 29 Jul 2013 30,426 miles

n/s/f tyre 2-3mm tread depth

o/s/f tyre 2-3mm tread depth

Pass 23 Jul 2012 23,285 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 20,975 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 FJX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FJX, 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 FJX registered?

BP08 FJX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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