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J80 YDF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

59,761 mi
Last recorded59,761 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ80 YDF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 59,761 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill holed

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 59,739 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front outer sill holed

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 57,158 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on both outer edges

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 54,536 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 54,536 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2016 52,171 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2016 52,171 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 49,332 miles

rear exhaust hanger broken but system still suported

Fail 27 Apr 2015 49,332 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear exhaust hanger broken but system still suported

Pass 10 Mar 2014 45,230 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 10 Mar 2014 45,230 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 12 Mar 2013 39,673 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 39,673 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 33,184 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 33,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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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J80 YDF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol 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 J80 YDF, 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

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What year was J80 YDF registered?

J80 YDF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is J80 YDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J80 YDF shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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