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DU08 AKZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

78,943 mi
Last recorded78,943 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 AKZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 78,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2025 77,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 73,516 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 73,516 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 72,951 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 69,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

n/s/r sill damadged

o/s/f sill corroding

Pass 30 Sep 2021 66,359 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 63,142 miles

Offside Rear Inner TYRE INNER EDGE LOW

Pass 22 Feb 2019 52,710 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 43,843 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 37,508 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 26,566 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 16,201 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 14,764 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 12,900 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 10,495 miles

spare wheel ( steel ) fitted to o/s/r

Pass 14 Mar 2011 8,765 miles

Under tray fitted

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 AKZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AKZ, 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 DU08 AKZ registered?

DU08 AKZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is DU08 AKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 AKZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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