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EY08 RFJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

122,485 mi
Last recorded122,485 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 RFJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 122,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 119,723 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 116,054 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 111,856 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 107,990 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 105,665 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 98,914 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 98,914 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 92,779 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 85,105 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 77,059 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 68,731 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 59,195 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 51,715 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 42,892 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 32,407 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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EY08 RFJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel 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 EY08 RFJ, 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 EY08 RFJ registered?

EY08 RFJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is EY08 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 RFJ 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.

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