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KS08 SGO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,313 mi
Last recorded89,313 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 89,313 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 82,430 miles

all over dent damage

Fail 12 Apr 2017 82,419 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear light unit damaged andn/s bulb lens missing (1.1.C.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all over dent damage

Pass 19 Apr 2016 74,717 miles

all over body dents and damage

Fail 19 Apr 2016 74,717 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger strap round box corroded through (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both bulbs inoperative not checked (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dip beam (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dip beam (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all over body dents and damage

Pass 21 Apr 2015 68,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage o/s/f/ bumper

Pass 30 Apr 2014 61,931 miles

BODY DAMAGE TO TAILGATE LID

BOTH REAR SHOCK BUSHES SPLIT/PERISHED

Fail 29 Apr 2014 61,931 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

BODY DAMAGE TO TAILGATE LID

BOTH REAR SHOCK BUSHES SPLIT/PERISHED

CUT IN NSF TYRE SIDEWALL TREAD

NSF BALD ON OUTER EDGE

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

OSF TYRE BALD ON INNER EDGE

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

Pass 2 May 2013 55,640 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 55,602 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 May 2012 49,261 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 May 2012 49,226 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s and o/s rear tyres poor condustion tred comeing away

Pass 27 May 2011 39,952 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 39,936 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front brake discs lipped

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 SGO 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 57.1%.

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 SGO, 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 SGO registered?

KS08 SGO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is KS08 SGO safe to buy?

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