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GV08 GXT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,089 mi
Last recorded42,089 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 GXT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 42,089 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 39,542 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 37,520 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (joint sealing ring) (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 37,520 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (joint sealing ring) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 35,578 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 33,278 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 31,676 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 29,578 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 24,339 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 21,094 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 19,696 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 17,098 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 15,673 miles

all four tyres old an perished

Pass 23 Dec 2013 13,562 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 11,171 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 11,171 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 9,668 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 7,784 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 GXT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GXT, 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 GXT registered?

GV08 GXT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is GV08 GXT safe to buy?

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