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KJ08 OHT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

90,372 mi
Last recorded90,372 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 OHT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2022 90,372 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

all corroded area repaired and cover with thick black sealant

underbody corrosion

Fail 15 Apr 2022 90,371 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

underbody corrosion

Pass 24 Jun 2021 89,793 miles

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

Nearside Front sill slight corrosion

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jun 2020 77,446 miles

Nearside Front sill corrosion

Offside Front tyre wear on inner edge

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

in diesel injector leaking

service light on

Pass 3 May 2019 62,906 miles

Nearside Front Outer Sill Corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 May 2018 54,225 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 3 May 2018 54,225 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2018 52,182 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre cracking/perishing

Fail 25 Jan 2018 52,182 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre cracking/perishing

Pass 9 Jan 2017 45,739 miles

cut in side wall near side front tyre

slight play in stering

Pass 27 Jan 2016 40,201 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 40,201 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 37,533 miles

Front discs showing signs of vehicle standing. Cut in nearside front tyre but no cords showing. Both rear tyres perishing on side walls. Rear exhaust bracket broken but still supporting rear exhaust box.

Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,518 miles

rear tyres borderline perished ,nsf tyre has cut in outer sidewall not deep enough to reach cords.

Fail 26 Jun 2014 37,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear tyres borderline perished ,nsf tyre has cut in outer sidewall not deep enough to reach cords.

Pass 27 Jun 2013 34,635 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 29,865 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 24,018 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 24,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KJ08 OHT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KJ08 OHT, 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 KJ08 OHT registered?

KJ08 OHT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 August 2008.

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The MOT history for KJ08 OHT shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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