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KS08 SSU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,816 mi
Last recorded106,816 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 106,816 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 102,521 miles

Front Lower Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 96,646 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 91,582 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated signs of grease around fixing clips (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside outer sill corroded

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated signs of grease around fixing clips (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside outer sill corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2022 86,052 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front outer sill corroded / next to existing repair

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated looks refitted /grease around (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 86,052 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot fixing clip missing /boot loose on joint/ grease around (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front outer sill corroded / next to existing repair

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated looks refitted /grease around (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 80,305 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicator / side light inter action (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated fixing clip broken /boot loose leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicator / side light inter action (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 74,680 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp interaction with side light (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 70,154 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Jul 2019 70,154 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on outer wall/indication of under inflation /ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged has indication of under inflation / ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Jul 2018 64,456 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 64,456 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))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 58,400 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 52,772 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 52,772 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 47,142 miles

near side tyre wall in poor condition

Pass 15 Jul 2014 42,478 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 37,258 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 31,908 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 27,119 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 27,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 SSU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KS08 SSU, 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 SSU registered?

KS08 SSU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is KS08 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 SSU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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