CarVerify

Free Car Check

EA08 BBX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

92,737 mi
Last recorded92,737 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 BBX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 92,737 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 91,192 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 89,876 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 87,979 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 86,297 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 83,920 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 80,053 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 77,877 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 71,847 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 63,975 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 63,975 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185-65-15-88v (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 57,335 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 57,914 miles

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

n/s/r tyre cracking on innner edge

Pass 16 May 2013 42,295 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 31,801 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 21,370 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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EA08 BBX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EA08 BBX, 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

How do I check the history of EA08 BBX?

You can check the full history of EA08 BBX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EA08 BBX registered?

EA08 BBX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is EA08 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 BBX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EA08 BBX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EA08 BBX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.