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CA08 BZC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

62,124 mi
Last recorded62,124 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 BZC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 62,124 miles

NEARSIDE OUTER SILL CORRODED

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

REAR EXHAUST BRACKET STARTING TO BREAK OFF BOX

Fail 6 Jun 2023 62,124 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened SHOCKABSORBER (5.3.3 (b) (i))

NEARSIDE OUTER SILL CORRODED

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

REAR EXHAUST BRACKET STARTING TO BREAK OFF BOX

Pass 30 May 2022 59,596 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Spare tyre defective flat ()

coolant bottle was empty topped up

Fail 30 May 2022 59,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective flat ()

coolant bottle was empty topped up

Pass 17 May 2021 57,333 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer band corroded and separated but remains secure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure Tailgate handle loose (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 May 2021 57,313 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished and cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer band corroded and separated but remains secure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure Tailgate handle loose (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 54,866 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Strap corroded and seperating (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2019 51,630 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 47,980 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 44,129 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 44,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2016 39,046 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 39,046 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 34,272 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 29,594 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 25,413 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2013 25,413 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Apr 2012 20,040 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 20,040 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 15,100 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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CA08 BZC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 CA08 BZC, 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 CA08 BZC registered?

CA08 BZC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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