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GV08 UPS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,767 mi
Last recorded39,767 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 UPS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 39,767 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear TAIL LIGHT LOOSE/ SECURED WITH TAPE

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 39,426 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FROM THE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185.65.15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear TAILLIGHT SLIGHTLY LOOSE

Rear GENRAL CORRISION

Rear SHOCK,S BUSHES SLIGHTLY WORN BOTH SIDE

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 38,986 miles

Offside Rear TAIL LIGHT UNIT LOOSE BUT SECURED

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 38,181 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 38,181 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 36,936 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S & N/S Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 36,024 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 35,485 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 34,904 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 33,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear most silencer flange (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 33,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear most silencer flange (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 32,683 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer Clamp/Flange (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 31,051 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 29,743 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 25,289 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 25,289 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 May 2013 20,370 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 15,148 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 10,631 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 UPS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GV08 UPS, 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 UPS registered?

GV08 UPS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is GV08 UPS safe to buy?

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