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DF08 DUV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

85,725 mi
Last recorded85,725 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 DUV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 85,725 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 74,673 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 64,709 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 64,695 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust band (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 55,698 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 55,675 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 53,581 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 51,367 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 49,052 miles

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 15 Mar 2017 49,052 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 15 Mar 2016 46,710 miles

Rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2015 43,902 miles

offside front tyre wearing on the inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Mar 2014 41,635 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 41,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 40,028 miles

n/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 2 Jul 2012 34,352 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 29,001 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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DF08 DUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DF08 DUV, 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 DF08 DUV registered?

DF08 DUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is DF08 DUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 DUV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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