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CV08 JYC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

100,022 mi
Last recorded100,022 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 JYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 100,022 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 93,090 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 93,090 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 84,955 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 84,946 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn front discs on inner braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle front brake application uneven (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 77,810 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2018 77,807 miles

Fuel hose leaking ON ENGINE (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 74,387 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 74,387 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 70,739 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 70,739 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 65,065 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 57,987 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 52,609 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 47,458 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 34,962 miles

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

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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CV08 JYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 CV08 JYC, 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 CV08 JYC registered?

CV08 JYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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