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GP08 NHV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

99,707 mi
Last recorded99,707 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 NHV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 99,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most p bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most p bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2023 99,698 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most p bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most p bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 96,683 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 96,670 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 92,360 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 92,352 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 84,225 miles

Outer outer sill starting to corrode internally

unable to view pads through wheels

Pass 4 Jun 2019 82,448 miles

Engine and transmission oil leaks

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Turbo waste gate (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 6 Jun 2018 77,346 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working and lens broken

Nearside Front side repeater lens missing

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 6 Jun 2018 77,346 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front fog light not working and lens broken

Nearside Front side repeater lens missing

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 12 Jun 2017 71,426 miles

Nearside Front fog light lens damaged

Fail 8 Jun 2017 71,367 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front fog light lens damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2016 65,415 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 65,415 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 59,323 miles

throttle body bolts loose

Pass 17 Jun 2014 51,333 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 51,333 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 44,281 miles

rear silencer bracket very detoirated still just supports system.

Fail 11 Jun 2013 44,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear silencer bracket very detoirated still just supports system.

Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,243 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 27,534 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 27,534 miles

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

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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GP08 NHV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 GP08 NHV, 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 GP08 NHV registered?

GP08 NHV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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