CarVerify

Free Car Check

KE08 FSJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,367 mi
Last recorded163,367 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE08 FSJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 163,367 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexie (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 8 Feb 2018 163,367 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexie (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 143,164 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 121,478 miles

High level brake light inop

Turbo heat shield loose

nearside registration plate light working but dull

oil leak

Fail 15 Feb 2016 121,478 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

High level brake light inop

Turbo heat shield loose

nearside registration plate light working but dull

oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2015 97,842 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

small Crack in windscreen

Fail 26 Feb 2014 75,899 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre rear stop light has a bulb out

fuel cap is slightly damaged

o/s/r outer wheel rim is slightly damaged

Pass 26 Feb 2014 75,899 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre rear stop light has a bulb out

fuel cap is slightly damaged

o/s/r outer wheel rim is slightly damaged

Pass 6 Feb 2013 50,707 miles

rear section exhaust deteriorated

Pass 20 Jan 2012 27,413 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,753 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Aug 2011 22,753 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KE08 FSJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KE08 FSJ, 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 KE08 FSJ?

You can check the full history of KE08 FSJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KE08 FSJ registered?

KE08 FSJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is KE08 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE08 FSJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KE08 FSJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KE08 FSJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.