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HT08 FFZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

153,663 mi
Last recorded153,663 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 FFZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 153,663 miles

clutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

wheel trim fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

Fail 25 Oct 2018 153,660 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

clutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

wheel trim fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

Pass 2 Nov 2017 145,739 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

wheel trims fitted at time of test to all wheels pr4eventing full inspection of brake pads

Fail 31 Oct 2017 145,738 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

wheel trims fitted at time of test to all wheels pr4eventing full inspection of brake pads

Pass 23 Aug 2016 173,002 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

wheel trims fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

Fail 23 Aug 2016 173,000 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

wheel trims fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

Fail 23 Aug 2016 173,000 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

wheel trims fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of front brake pads

Fail 23 Aug 2016 137,000 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

wheel trims fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of front brake pads

Pass 26 Aug 2015 119,835 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 104,360 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 104,360 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 88,102 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 74,268 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 64,005 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 64,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HT08 FFZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 HT08 FFZ, 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 HT08 FFZ registered?

HT08 FFZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 August 2008.

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