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EO08 ZUA

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,342 mi
Last recorded52,342 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 ZUA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 52,342 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 49,632 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Rear silencer mounting corroded/broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 11 Mar 2024 47,589 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear silencer mounting corroded/broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle is fitted with under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 6 Mar 2023 45,475 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear silencer mount broken/corroded away. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Inner and outer has slight corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Inner and outer has slight corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 24 Mar 2022 43,118 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 43,069 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both rear sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 40,278 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 Feb 2020 37,777 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicle under tray fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2019 34,695 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 25 Feb 2019 34,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2018 31,947 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2018 31,841 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 28,456 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 22,056 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 13,849 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 12,164 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 10,772 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 9,161 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 7,295 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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EO08 ZUA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 EO08 ZUA, 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 EO08 ZUA registered?

EO08 ZUA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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The MOT history for EO08 ZUA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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