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FE08 XAU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

108,585 mi
Last recorded108,585 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 XAU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 108,585 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 9 Jan 2026 108,585 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 104,265 miles

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

surface rust under the vehicle and on some suspension components

Pass 10 Jan 2024 100,712 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 100,698 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 100,612 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 95,213 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 89,929 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 89,929 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 82,266 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 77,017 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 67,303 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2019 67,273 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 61,242 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 Feb 2018 61,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 54,103 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 46,578 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 39,509 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 33,644 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 33,644 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 27,117 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 19,641 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 14,809 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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FE08 XAU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE08 XAU, 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 FE08 XAU registered?

FE08 XAU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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