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FL08 ZWG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,841 mi
Last recorded43,841 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 ZWG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 43,841 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

steering damper slightly leaking

Pass 18 Apr 2025 41,822 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2025 41,822 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 39,492 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 39,492 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 36,531 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 33,332 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 29,976 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 29,976 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2020 27,070 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 26,631 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2019 26,631 miles

Front Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety oil filter housing leaking (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 24,704 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 23,388 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 22,078 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 20,843 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 19,211 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 16,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 13,384 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 9,994 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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FL08 ZWG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FL08 ZWG, 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 FL08 ZWG registered?

FL08 ZWG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is FL08 ZWG safe to buy?

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