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CF08 CMU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,864 mi
Last recorded83,864 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 CMU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2022 83,864 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 82,127 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 82,127 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 77,715 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 77,715 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 74,005 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 68,658 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 62,761 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 55,534 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 50,648 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 44,459 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 40,810 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 33,322 miles

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

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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CF08 CMU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CF08 CMU, 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 CF08 CMU registered?

CF08 CMU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is CF08 CMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF08 CMU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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