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GP08 YSF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

110,536 mi
Last recorded110,536 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 YSF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 110,536 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2017 110,536 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 99,791 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Nov 2016 99,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Dec 2015 96,236 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 96,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting corroded away (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 93,435 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 93,434 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 82,896 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 82,896 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 58,701 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

airbag light on

Fail 18 Jun 2012 58,700 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

airbag light on

Pass 15 Aug 2011 25,023 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres very slightly perished

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 YSF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 YSF, 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 YSF registered?

GP08 YSF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is GP08 YSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 YSF shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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