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HW08 HXF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

70,571 mi
Last recorded70,571 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 HXF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 70,571 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 70,549 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 65,975 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 60,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 55,835 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 49,804 miles

Offside rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 8 Feb 2016 43,957 miles

Offside Front bean pattern slightly defused

Rear exhaust silencer bracket slightly corroded

Fail 3 Feb 2016 43,928 miles

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

Offside Front bean pattern slightly defused

Rear exhaust silencer bracket slightly corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2015 40,286 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn thin on outside edge

Oil leak

Fail 4 Feb 2015 40,286 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn thin on outside edge

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2014 34,418 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 28,241 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 28,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 24,539 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 19,684 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 HXF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HXF, 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 HXF registered?

HW08 HXF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is HW08 HXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW08 HXF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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