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KS08 STX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,929 mi
Last recorded99,929 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 99,929 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 99,929 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 90,910 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking around tread and walls, advise to replace asap. Also has nail in tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking around tread and walls, advise to replace asap 185/65/15

Fail 26 May 2018 90,910 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking around tread and walls, advise to replace asap. Also has nail in tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking around tread and walls, advise to replace asap 185/65/15

Pass 22 May 2017 83,347 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 75,396 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 75,396 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2015 67,587 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 57,800 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 48,884 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 41,255 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 33,920 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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KS08 STX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 STX, 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 STX registered?

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

Is KS08 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 STX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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