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GY08 VFD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,375 mi
Last recorded85,375 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 VFD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2024 85,375 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 82,680 miles

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2022 82,418 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 82,034 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 81,373 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 78,803 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 75,625 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 72,191 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 64,889 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

rear exhaust strap broken but exhaust still supported

Pass 30 Mar 2015 57,522 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust back box strap broken but exhaust still supported

Pass 11 Mar 2014 50,623 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 43,439 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,297 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 28,987 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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GY08 VFD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GY08 VFD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY08 VFD registered?

GY08 VFD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GY08 VFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY08 VFD shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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