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GU08 KLZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

136,390 mi
Last recorded136,390 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 KLZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2023 136,390 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))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2022 128,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3k ish (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust strap not 100%

Fail 10 Nov 2022 128,815 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3k ish (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust strap not 100%

Pass 1 Nov 2021 120,045 miles

front tyres scrubbing on inner edges

nsf tyre has damage on outer sidewall

rear exhaust box hanger not 100%

Fail 1 Nov 2021 120,045 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also has play in ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

front tyres scrubbing on inner edges

nsf tyre has damage on outer sidewall

rear exhaust box hanger not 100%

Pass 2 Nov 2020 110,111 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

child locks on rear door

rear exhaust box showing its age

Pass 6 Nov 2019 100,085 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 100,084 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 89,843 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 78,270 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 68,004 miles

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

no emission smoke detected

Pass 6 Nov 2015 59,343 miles

no emission smoke detected

Pass 11 Nov 2014 49,155 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 49,155 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 47,544 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 39,208 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 35,495 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,679 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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GU08 KLZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GU08 KLZ, 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 GU08 KLZ registered?

GU08 KLZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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