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KJ08 WXF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

154,302 mi
Last recorded154,302 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 WXF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 154,302 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Jun 2020 154,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 148,862 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 148,861 miles

Front Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 May 2019 148,833 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 143,595 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 135,930 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 131,262 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

corrosion o/s and n/s sill

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2015 127,641 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 123,384 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 105,732 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 105,703 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 88,698 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 88,631 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 May 2012 87,227 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 63,025 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 36,389 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 9,022 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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KJ08 WXF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KJ08 WXF, 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 WXF registered?

KJ08 WXF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 August 2008.

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