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DE08 MYW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

148,409 mi
Last recorded148,409 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 MYW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 148,409 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 121,015 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 105,532 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 97,571 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2019 97,571 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 89,965 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 82,392 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 74,676 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust bracket corrodded

Pass 20 Jan 2015 67,336 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 59,310 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 49,555 miles

nearside front tyre wearing onboth edges 3m

Pass 11 Apr 2012 38,495 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 28,289 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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DE08 MYW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DE08 MYW, 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 DE08 MYW registered?

DE08 MYW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is DE08 MYW safe to buy?

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