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GK08 XLR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,763 mi
Last recorded121,763 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XLR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 121,763 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 103,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 103,439 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 76,660 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 76,660 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 62,899 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join for rear silencer (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 55,868 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 50,740 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 50,740 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake pads wearing low

slighty wear on front brake discs

Pass 3 Feb 2014 41,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 32,629 miles

nail in NSR tyre

Pass 15 Feb 2012 26,970 miles

NSR tyre has nail inside

Pass 21 Feb 2011 19,530 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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GK08 XLR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey 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 GK08 XLR, 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 GK08 XLR registered?

GK08 XLR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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