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FT08 BTV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

98,662 mi
Last recorded98,662 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 BTV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 98,662 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 28 Feb 2023 98,660 miles

Central Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Front Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 92,876 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 92,852 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 90,042 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2021 90,005 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2020 87,727 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 84,343 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 84,343 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 79,811 miles

Nearside Front sill corroded and weak in places

Fail 17 Apr 2018 79,811 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front sill corroded and weak in places

Pass 12 Jul 2017 74,771 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 74,770 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 66,960 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 66,960 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 59,658 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 30 Apr 2014 52,674 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 44,954 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 44,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 35,109 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 25,135 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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FT08 BTV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 FT08 BTV, 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 FT08 BTV registered?

FT08 BTV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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