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FD08 HVA

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,601 mi
Last recorded76,601 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 HVA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 76,601 miles

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

General Corrosion on Rear Suspension components and Rear Brake Components

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 63,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 61,356 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2023 61,356 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Aug 2023 61,344 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt End boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil cap was missing , located on front sub frame - now fitted - cam cover gasket weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2022 59,849 miles

Front subframe corroded

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside sill corroded at rear section

Offside sill corroded at front and rear sections

Rear axle corroded

Rear shock absorbers casing corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2022 59,849 miles

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

Front subframe corroded

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside sill corroded at rear section

Offside sill corroded at front and rear sections

Rear axle corroded

Rear shock absorbers casing corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2021 58,021 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 58,019 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 56,333 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 52,651 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from pump to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 20 May 2019 52,650 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip broken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 low on the shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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 low on the shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from pump to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 47,946 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 43,447 miles

Front x2 front wipers blades juddering

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 4 May 2016 37,462 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 33,135 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 29,200 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 25,449 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 20,207 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 15,722 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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FD08 HVA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HVA, 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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FD08 HVA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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