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KO08 AWA

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,398 mi
Last recorded98,398 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 AWA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 98,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 98,398 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 76,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 72,343 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 66,439 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 63,013 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 59,183 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 54,869 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 51,021 miles

Front Wiper blades deteriorated still adequately clearing screen

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

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

Unable to fully inspect brakes through wheels

Pass 6 Jul 2016 47,209 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Unable to fully inspect brakes through wheels and tyres

Pass 8 Jul 2015 43,379 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 43,295 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 39,383 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exhaust box mount broken

Pass 5 Jul 2013 36,232 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 33,108 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 27,076 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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KO08 AWA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KO08 AWA, 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 KO08 AWA registered?

KO08 AWA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is KO08 AWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 AWA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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