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GJ08 OMH

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

44,977 mi
Last recorded44,977 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 OMH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 44,977 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 44,977 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 43,737 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 43,737 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 39,122 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 39,122 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 34,559 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 34,559 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 30,747 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 25,934 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 21,585 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 OMH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 GJ08 OMH, 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 OMH registered?

GJ08 OMH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is GJ08 OMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 OMH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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