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KS08 RZY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

105,700 mi
Last recorded105,700 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 RZY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 105,700 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 105,700 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 102,502 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 102,502 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 2 x rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 98,834 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 98,833 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 95,578 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 91,752 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 91,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability ball jiont pinch bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability ball jiont pinch bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 87,285 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 80,228 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 80,222 miles

Fuel system component insecure fuel cooler (7.2.1)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 75,636 miles

Front number plate cracked

Offside front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 1 Dec 2015 63,840 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 63,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 51,424 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 44,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2012 37,832 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 30,322 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 RZY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 RZY, 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 RZY registered?

KS08 RZY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 June 2008.

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The MOT history for KS08 RZY shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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