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KO08 AXN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

166,187 mi
Last recorded166,187 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 166,187 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 166,177 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Service light on

Pass 5 Nov 2019 159,806 miles

Clutch pedal rubber missing

Damage to near side rear outer sill

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Slight oil leak from engine

Fail 25 Oct 2019 159,789 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached Lamp unit (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Clutch pedal rubber missing

Damage to near side rear outer sill

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 7 Nov 2018 149,874 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear seat belts no checked ()

Fail 22 Oct 2018 149,780 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning power steering notching (2.1.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear seats missing aswell as buckles, rear seat belts not tested ()

engine has oil leak

osr light unit slightly insecure

Pass 23 Nov 2017 141,533 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 141,533 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 30,402 miles

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

front number plate has slight damage

Pass 5 Mar 2015 30,402 miles

front number plate has slight damage

Pass 30 May 2014 115,859 miles

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 10 May 2013 91,863 miles

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 16 Mar 2012 68,781 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 54,057 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 AXN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KO08 AXN, 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 AXN registered?

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

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