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DU08 AHV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,776 mi
Last recorded126,776 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 AHV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 126,776 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 126,776 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer and inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2017 117,439 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both sills corroded

brake pipes covered in grease

chasis corroded

wheel trims fitted/ubcc/exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2016 103,508 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 90,200 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 75,674 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 62,818 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 51,406 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 38,113 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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DU08 AHV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DU08 AHV, 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 DU08 AHV registered?

DU08 AHV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is DU08 AHV safe to buy?

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