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EY08 RFN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,209 mi
Last recorded100,209 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 RFN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 100,209 miles

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 98,732 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 98,719 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 96,882 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 93,816 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 85,419 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 85,414 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 82,048 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 80,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Feb 2019 75,997 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 71,800 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall cracking

Offside Front tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 68,805 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 66,107 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 63,893 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 61,212 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 57,917 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n.s front brake binding slightly

rear box support bracket broken but noy insecure

Pass 24 Feb 2012 54,898 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 45,562 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 RFN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel 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 EY08 RFN, 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 RFN registered?

EY08 RFN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is EY08 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 RFN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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