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FD08 DUV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

124,342 mi
Last recorded124,342 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 DUV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 124,342 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber both bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber both bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on drivers side of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 119,991 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges, on 3.5-4mm (185/65R15) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 115,448 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 109,745 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 104,157 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 98,223 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 98,223 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 93,066 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 87,499 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 80,707 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 74,237 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 67,852 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 59,305 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 51,789 miles

n/s rear tyre outer sidewall scuffed

Pass 6 Aug 2013 43,794 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 36,628 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 30,514 miles

front discs worn

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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FD08 DUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FD08 DUV, 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 FD08 DUV registered?

FD08 DUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 August 2008.

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The MOT history for FD08 DUV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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