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GJ08 ZBF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

139,722 mi
Last recorded139,722 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 ZBF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2024 139,722 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

offside front outer sill weak

Pass 28 Jul 2023 134,766 miles

Offside front link rod slight play

Offside outer sill corroded

Offside rear tyre nail in tread

Slight oil leak

Fail 5 Jul 2023 134,631 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer sill starting to corrode

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 126,837 miles

Rear exhaust strap broken but system still supported

Pass 7 Aug 2021 123,155 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 121,529 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 121,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 111,310 miles

Nearside front brake slightly binding.

Pass 14 Aug 2018 97,903 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 87,784 miles

offside front tyre close to wear bars

offside rear hand brake weak

offside rear outer brake pad very close to minimum thickness

Pass 14 Mar 2016 77,365 miles

Centre Rear rear exhaust box bracket broken, but rear exhaust still supported.

Pass 19 Mar 2015 71,785 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 62,385 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 51,921 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 40,241 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 29,361 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 ZBF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ZBF, 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 ZBF registered?

GJ08 ZBF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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