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GV08 BYU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,708 mi
Last recorded79,708 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 BYU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2020 79,708 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 71,498 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 66,193 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 66,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 52,310 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 52,310 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 49,800 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 43,956 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 37,889 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 32,283 miles

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

front discs worn

Pass 10 May 2011 28,147 miles

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

Offside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

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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GV08 BYU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 GV08 BYU, 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 GV08 BYU registered?

GV08 BYU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is GV08 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 BYU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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