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KS08 HEV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

103,705 mi
Last recorded103,705 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 HEV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 103,705 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2024 103,647 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 100,085 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2023 100,071 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 95,157 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 95,157 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 89,858 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 89,680 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low headlamp faulty (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 86,383 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 86,383 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 82,516 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 May 2018 77,354 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 72,450 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 May 2017 72,450 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2016 66,349 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 61,489 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 11 May 2015 61,428 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 6 May 2014 56,211 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 51,894 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 46,724 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 38,349 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 37,788 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

N/S/F Tyre wearing on edges ( 2mm )

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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KS08 HEV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KS08 HEV, 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 KS08 HEV registered?

KS08 HEV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is KS08 HEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 HEV shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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