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GF08 KXZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,938 mi
Last recorded111,938 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 KXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 111,938 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 101,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 101,718 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 98,890 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 94,803 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 90,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre wearing low outer tread

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 87,292 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2020 87,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 May 2019 80,539 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 80,538 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 75,885 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 70,059 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 21 Apr 2016 64,533 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 57,846 miles

rear silencer strap broken ,still supported

Pass 8 Apr 2014 51,611 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 51,604 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 44,867 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 44,867 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 34,568 miles

2 cuts to n/s/f tyre 4mm lond reaches chords

Pass 27 Apr 2011 27,083 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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GF08 KXZ 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 75%.

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 GF08 KXZ, 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 GF08 KXZ registered?

GF08 KXZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is GF08 KXZ safe to buy?

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