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FG08 HRR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,429 mi
Last recorded72,429 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 HRR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 72,429 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 72,423 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 67,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approaching minimum tread depth marks and wearing on the inner and outer edges [2-3000 miles (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approaching minimum tread depth marks and wearing on the outer edge [2-3000 miles] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approaching minimum tread depth marks and wearing on the inner and outer edges [2-3000 miles] (5.2.3 (e))

damage of less than 1cm diameter in the nearside wiped area of the front windscreen

Fail 24 May 2018 67,972 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approaching minimum tread depth marks and wearing on the inner and outer edges [2-3000 miles (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approaching minimum tread depth marks and wearing on the outer edge [2-3000 miles] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approaching minimum tread depth marks and wearing on the inner and outer edges [2-3000 miles] (5.2.3 (e))

damage of less than 1cm diameter in the nearside wiped area of the front windscreen

Pass 2 May 2017 60,563 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 52,834 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 45,134 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 38,199 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2013 31,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2012 26,156 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 19,484 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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FG08 HRR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FG08 HRR, 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 FG08 HRR registered?

FG08 HRR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is FG08 HRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 HRR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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