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HV08 SSJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,789 mi
Last recorded70,789 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 SSJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 70,789 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 69,939 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 66,560 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 63,392 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 59,859 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 57,332 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 57,332 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 55,978 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 53,740 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 50,910 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 46,765 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 43,281 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust bracket very rusty

Pass 17 Nov 2014 39,275 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 34,639 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 31,914 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 26,554 miles

small cut in n/s/f tyre outer side wall

Pass 7 Mar 2011 21,704 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 7 Mar 2011 21,704 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HV08 SSJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HV08 SSJ, 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 HV08 SSJ registered?

HV08 SSJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HV08 SSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 SSJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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