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CA08 JTV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

82,557 mi
Last recorded82,557 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 JTV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 82,557 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Back box mount. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 74,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear + cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Back box mount corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 67,208 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 59,681 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 50,068 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 46,105 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2019 45,375 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 44,767 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2017 43,775 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 42,790 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 42,790 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 41,611 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust bracket snapped but exhaust is secure

Pass 28 Apr 2014 40,547 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 37,557 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 33,752 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 JTV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 CA08 JTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA08 JTV registered?

CA08 JTV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is CA08 JTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 JTV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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