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FM08 FVV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

115,021 mi
Last recorded115,021 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 FVV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2023 115,021 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear no seats at time of test

Pass 9 Dec 2022 105,400 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively corrosion front and rear / pad wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside side repeater cover missing

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

undertray insecure

Fail 7 Dec 2022 105,400 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed / advise rear damaged (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively corrosion front and rear / pad wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside side repeater cover missing

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

undertray insecure

Pass 14 Dec 2021 101,247 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Undertray not fully secure engine undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing n/s wing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box bracket snapped (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 101,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Undertray not fully secure engine undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing n/s wing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box bracket snapped (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 96,499 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 8 May 2019 90,313 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 May 2019 90,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 83,064 miles

Rear exhaust mount bracket corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2018 83,064 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust mount bracket corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2017 80,657 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 80,657 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2016 74,509 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted obscuring some components

Fail 26 May 2016 74,509 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Pass 21 May 2015 64,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear silencer corroded on rear mount.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2014 52,094 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Silencer bracket broken but exhaust is still secure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 May 2014 51,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Silencer bracket broken but exhaust is still secure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 38,422 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 May 2012 25,953 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 May 2011 12,189 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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FM08 FVV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 FM08 FVV, 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 FM08 FVV registered?

FM08 FVV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 July 2008.

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