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GY08 VNM

2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,740 mi
Last recorded103,740 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso66,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 VNM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara Picasso
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 103,740 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 102,605 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Front suspension springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking to both rear tyre tread grooves. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 99,736 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 96,417 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing to all four tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 92,693 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 89,178 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 87,950 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 80,045 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 72,011 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 64,778 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 58,197 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 50,879 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 42,955 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 34,069 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,181 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,454 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

Based on 11,608 MOT tests across 657 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
5,032
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
657
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Stop lamp not working 116
Registration plate lamp not working 108
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 94
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 92
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GY08 VNM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 66,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara Picasso fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY08 VNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara Picasso typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara Picasso is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GY08 VNM registered?

GY08 VNM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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