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GV08 GXF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,244 mi
Last recorded115,244 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 GXF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 115,244 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 112,026 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 107,027 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 107,027 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 99,342 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside rear brake has slight bind

Fail 25 Mar 2015 99,342 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

offside rear brake has slight bind

Fail 17 Mar 2014 91,145 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 91,145 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Mar 2013 82,888 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 67,600 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 49,161 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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GV08 GXF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GXF, 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 GXF registered?

GV08 GXF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GV08 GXF safe to buy?

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