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FE08 XYM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,171 mi
Last recorded135,171 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2019 135,171 miles

Can not see front or rear brake pads

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust box strap broken, wired up

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 30 Jan 2018 126,899 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 117,991 miles

front tyres close to limit

rear exhaust strap corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2016 109,713 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 104,558 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 94,031 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 79,497 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 63,282 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2011 48,506 miles

Offside and Nearside front brake discs slight wear/lipped.

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 XYM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FE08 XYM, 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 XYM registered?

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

Is FE08 XYM safe to buy?

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