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KJ08 ZZN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

115,422 mi
Last recorded115,422 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 ZZN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 115,422 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 107,882 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 104,710 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 104,708 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,234 miles

both outer sill skins starting to corrode under paintwork

ofside driveshaft / diff feels notchy on rotation but no abnormal movement detected

Pass 19 Apr 2017 75,145 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 75,145 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 67,870 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2016 67,823 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 55,120 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 55,120 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 46,877 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 46,877 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 39,593 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 39,593 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 32,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 32,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Aug 2011 25,436 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 ZZN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 ZZN, 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

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What year was KJ08 ZZN registered?

KJ08 ZZN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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The MOT history for KJ08 ZZN shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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