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KO08 AXS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

130,704 mi
Last recorded130,704 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 130,704 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 106,784 miles

Front exhaust heat shield insecure

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear sill panels weak

Spare tyre defective ()

diesle injector leaking, fumes not fuel

Fail 12 Jul 2019 106,775 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front exhaust heat shield insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm BALD on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear sill panels weak

Spare tyre defective ()

diesle injector leaking, fumes not fuel

Pass 27 Jul 2018 84,163 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 84,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 71,350 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 71,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Silencer strap broken (7.1.1)

Both outer Sills Slightly corroded.

Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,184 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 54,180 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 50,832 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 46,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 46,529 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 40,379 miles

rear exhaust mounting strap broken

Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,812 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 34,810 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,315 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 AXS 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 62.5%.

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 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 AXS, 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 AXS registered?

KO08 AXS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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