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KJ08 WXG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

109,888 mi
Last recorded109,888 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 109,888 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2023 109,524 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust shield loose front (can't fall)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Creaking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 102,071 miles

Offside Front Outer sill showing signs of corrosion

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Dec 2021 95,926 miles

Offside Front Outer sill showing signs of corrosion

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Fail 7 Dec 2021 95,926 miles

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

Offside Front Outer sill showing signs of corrosion

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Dec 2020 90,468 miles

Offside Front Outer sill showing signs of corrosion

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Fail 2 Dec 2020 90,414 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer sill showing signs of corrosion

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Nov 2019 84,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 78,785 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 73,196 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 73,196 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 68,385 miles

front tyres wearing on shoulders

Fail 21 Mar 2017 68,385 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front tyres wearing on shoulders

Pass 17 Mar 2016 60,677 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 60,677 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tracking check

Pass 27 Mar 2015 53,601 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 53,595 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 45,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Mar 2014 45,445 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 36,421 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 36,421 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r tyre perished

seatbelt storks stiff when pulled underload

Pass 27 Mar 2012 29,210 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 22,110 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 WXG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 WXG, 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 WXG registered?

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

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