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HK08 RMO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,303 mi
Last recorded84,303 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 RMO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 84,303 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside front coil spring larger than original but seated correctly

Fail 8 Dec 2025 84,303 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside front coil spring larger than original but seated correctly

Pass 9 Dec 2024 73,823 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside front coil spring larger than original but seating on the holders

Pass 11 Dec 2023 61,363 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front suspension coil spring slightly too large for strut upper and lower retaining cups

Fail 11 Dec 2023 61,363 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front suspension coil spring slightly too large for strut upper and lower retaining cups

Pass 12 Dec 2022 51,375 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 51,373 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 47,997 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 45,791 miles

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

Front number plate de-laminated

misting of oil around power steering pump

Fail 18 Dec 2020 45,791 miles

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

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

Front number plate delaminated

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

misting of oil around power steering pump

Fail 18 Dec 2020 45,791 miles

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

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

Front number plate delaminated

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

misting of oil around power steering pump

Pass 28 May 2019 40,051 miles

Coolant empty

Exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 35,276 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

front number plate deteriorated

Fail 22 May 2018 35,276 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

exhaust system corroded

front number plate deteriorated

Pass 31 May 2017 31,932 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 31,066 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 30,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 28,550 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 25,829 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 21,849 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 16,465 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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HK08 RMO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK08 RMO, 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 HK08 RMO registered?

HK08 RMO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 July 2008.

Is HK08 RMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 RMO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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