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HW08 FFT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,297 mi
Last recorded95,297 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 FFT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 95,297 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 92,568 miles

tyres perishing

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))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Feb 2020 89,891 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Feb 2019 85,216 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Feb 2018 80,552 miles

front tyres worn on edge

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 9 Feb 2017 74,931 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 68,666 miles

rear exhaust support bracket broken instrument panel bulbs out

Pass 4 Feb 2015 62,209 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Exhaust Silencer Bracket broken but Exhaust system still supported

Fail 4 Feb 2015 62,209 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Exhaust Silencer Bracket broken but Exhaust system still supported

Pass 6 Feb 2014 56,021 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 48,706 miles

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

Rear exhausy silencer support binding corroded apart. Exhaust still well supported.

Pass 21 Feb 2012 39,271 miles

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

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

cut to side wall n/s rear tyre

slight damage to n/s front tyre side wall

slight lunp in tread n/s rear tyre

Pass 15 Feb 2011 29,091 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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HW08 FFT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HW08 FFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HW08 FFT?

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What year was HW08 FFT registered?

HW08 FFT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HW08 FFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW08 FFT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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