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GJ08 EYD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

85,299 mi
Last recorded85,299 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 EYD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 85,299 miles

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

slight discolour to brake fluid

Pass 17 Feb 2021 82,263 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 75,559 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 69,918 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Jul 2017 64,474 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 58,673 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 58,673 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 52,000 miles

rear back box bracket broken

Pass 10 Jun 2014 42,621 miles

rear exhust braket is broken but system still supported

Fail 10 Jun 2014 42,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear exhust braket is broken but system still supported

Pass 8 Mar 2013 30,914 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 24,069 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,772 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 EYD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EYD, 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 EYD registered?

GJ08 EYD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GJ08 EYD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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