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JJ08 MCD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,802 mi
Last recorded126,802 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJ08 MCD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 126,802 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 126,802 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Fail 18 Mar 2022 100,264 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2021 82,349 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 82,348 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 81,500 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 71,621 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 58,368 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 50,576 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 49,908 miles

Centre speedo display needs bulbs fitting

Pass 25 Mar 2015 46,300 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear wiper split

Pass 27 Mar 2014 40,444 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 34,401 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 34,341 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake pads appear to be wearing low

Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,382 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 23 Mar 2011 21,048 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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JJ08 MCD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue 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 JJ08 MCD, 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 JJ08 MCD registered?

JJ08 MCD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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