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GJ08 CEK

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,928 mi
Last recorded94,928 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 CEK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 94,928 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 87,453 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 80,258 miles

offside front lower door sill corroded and holed but non structrual

Fail 12 Mar 2018 80,258 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

offside front lower door sill corroded and holed but non structrual

Pass 22 Feb 2017 75,200 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2017 75,200 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 67,542 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured faded (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 60,196 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Feb 2015 60,196 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 51,796 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 42,911 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Feb 2012 36,377 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 28,413 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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GJ08 CEK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 GJ08 CEK, 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 GJ08 CEK registered?

GJ08 CEK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GJ08 CEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 CEK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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