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EA08 MLE

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,287 mi
Last recorded74,287 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 MLE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 74,287 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 74,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 71,613 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 68,693 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 68,654 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 65,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 62,279 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 59,330 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 55,439 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 50,151 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 43,795 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edges 185/65/15

Pass 10 Feb 2017 38,542 miles

rear exhaust mounting deteriorating

Pass 12 Feb 2016 33,298 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 28,499 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 27,031 miles

front tyures on 2 mm

Pass 3 Jun 2013 24,514 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 21,342 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 16,451 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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EA08 MLE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EA08 MLE, 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 EA08 MLE registered?

EA08 MLE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is EA08 MLE safe to buy?

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