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HW08 FHR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

117,765 mi
Last recorded117,765 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 FHR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 117,765 miles

Check straps worn

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp poor image

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Surface corrosion to steering, suspension and brake components

Various air intake pipework and exhaust heat shields adrift

Fail 7 Jun 2023 117,760 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Check straps worn

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp poor image

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Surface corrosion to steering, suspension and brake components

Various air intake pipework and exhaust heat shields adrift

Pass 13 Jun 2022 113,754 miles

Corrosion present under vehicle.

Exhaust heat shield adrift.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Offside front and nearside rear doors stiff to move. (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 113,750 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Corrosion present under vehicle.

Exhaust heat shield adrift.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Offside front and nearside rear doors stiff to move. (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 108,296 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 103,549 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 96,991 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 90,938 miles

Nearside Wiper badly worn.

Fail 11 Apr 2018 90,938 miles

Nearside Wiper badly worn.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 87,237 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 84,902 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 82,474 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 77,798 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear seatbelt release button broken.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2014 77,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear seatbelt release button broken.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 65,387 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside wiper blade poor

Pass 21 Mar 2012 55,268 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 41,025 miles

advise both front brake discs worn

advise deep cut in outer side wall of offside front tyre

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 FHR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FHR, 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 HW08 FHR registered?

HW08 FHR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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