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KJ08 WXO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

141,777 mi
Last recorded141,777 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 141,777 miles

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

nearside front ball joint cover damaged, preventing ingress of dirt

nearside rear sill damaged

Fail 27 Nov 2018 141,697 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working and tail light insecure (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside rear sill , with unsatisfactory repair (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

nearside front ball joint cover damaged, preventing ingress of dirt

nearside rear sill damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2017 125,720 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2017 125,720 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 99,850 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2016 99,272 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 78,922 miles

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

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

Rear both rear brake hose ferrules corroded slightly

Rear suspension components corroded slightly

engine noisey

Fail 24 Aug 2015 78,922 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Rear both rear brake hose ferrules corroded slightly

Rear suspension components corroded slightly

engine noisey

Pass 13 Aug 2014 67,695 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 56,986 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Aug 2013 56,986 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 46,494 miles

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

front brake discs worn slightly

Fail 15 Aug 2012 46,494 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn slightly

Pass 15 Aug 2011 35,949 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 WXO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WXO, 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 WXO registered?

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

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