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BP08 LWS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,025 mi
Last recorded75,025 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 LWS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2024 75,025 miles

Front Position lamp not working fronts don't work on there own (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering rack gaiter (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outter sill all the way along (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill all the way along (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached fitted incorrectly (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear light lens cracked

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 68,805 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 64,301 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 59,279 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 56,188 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 51,304 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 48,641 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 46,030 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 42,181 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust bracket

Pass 2 Jul 2015 38,869 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 36,204 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 32,268 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 26,039 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 20,999 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 LWS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LWS, 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 LWS registered?

BP08 LWS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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