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DG08 ZSL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

174,623 mi
Last recorded174,623 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 ZSL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Feb 2023 174,623 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Bonnet damaged

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear light lense damaged

Nearside Rear wheel leaning inwards

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front damaged

Offside Rear damaged

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

Rear suspension components showing corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2022 163,559 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Under side showing corrosion

Fail 18 Feb 2022 163,168 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Under side showing corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2021 149,661 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Various corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Fail 19 Feb 2021 149,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Various corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Pass 27 Feb 2020 137,352 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn on outer edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Various corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Fail 3 Feb 2020 136,509 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Droplink (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Various corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Pass 6 Feb 2019 125,187 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 117,400 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 117,371 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 112,008 miles

Offside Front tyre slightly worn=-+osf link rubber slightly det+osfouter sill slightly corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2016 104,011 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 97,107 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 91,935 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 80,265 miles

Airbox pipe slightly insecure

Centre caps fitted

Front discs slightly worn

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Part worn tyres fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2013 80,265 miles

Airbox pipe slightly insecure

Centre caps fitted

Front discs slightly worn

Part worn tyres fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2012 67,867 miles

centre caps fitted

right hand horn pad not working

Fail 28 Mar 2012 67,867 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

centre caps fitted

right hand horn pad not working

Pass 30 Mar 2011 53,639 miles

centre caps fitted

front brakes worn

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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DG08 ZSL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DG08 ZSL, 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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DG08 ZSL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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