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KO08 WXL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,426 mi
Last recorded121,426 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 WXL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 121,426 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides, faded (4.1.4 (b))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Nearside Front Fog light cluster damaged

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill corroded. Advise early repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 83,716 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 51,856 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 31,007 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 30,405 miles

Rear Exhaust hangar deteriorated

Pass 31 May 2018 29,592 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 29,040 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 28,234 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 27,044 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 27,032 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 25,547 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 23,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear wiper blade split at both ends.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 20,948 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 18,277 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 WXL 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 92.9%.

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 WXL, 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 WXL registered?

KO08 WXL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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