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HN08 ZHU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,933 mi
Last recorded135,933 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 ZHU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 135,933 miles

bpth outer sills slightly corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 126,883 miles

Both inner rack joints have play

Both rear tyres worn/cracked

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))

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2020 126,880 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released Both (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Both inner rack joints have play

Both rear tyres worn/cracked

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))

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2019

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Outer sills covered in underseal

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Underside corrosion

Fail 18 Jun 2019

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

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Underside corrosion

Pass 26 Jun 2018 116,147 miles

Nearside outer sill weak but not holed

Oil leak

Rear tyres cracked or perished

offside outer sill heavily undersealed preventing inspection

Fail 25 Jun 2018 116,147 miles

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside outer sill weak but not holed

Oil leak

Rear tyres cracked or perished

Pass 26 Jun 2017 110,163 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

body slightly corroded and undersealed in sections preventing inspection

oil leak

Pass 10 May 2016 102,922 miles

Engine has a slight oil leak

Offside Inner rack joint has slight play

Underbody slightly corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2015 97,196 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 85,486 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 1 Aug 2013 72,716 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 55,094 miles

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

Nearside Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 42,804 miles

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

Nearside Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

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

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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HN08 ZHU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HN08 ZHU, 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 HN08 ZHU registered?

HN08 ZHU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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