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KU08 SNZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,334 mi
Last recorded81,334 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 SNZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 81,334 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides of vehicle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

front of both outer body sills weld repaired/ mastiked over

rear of both outer body sills bubbling / corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2026 81,334 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides of vehicle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

front of both outer body sills weld repaired/ mastiked over

rear of both outer body sills bubbling / corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2025 74,963 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 74,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 73,377 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 71,266 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 68,355 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))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 65,131 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 63,577 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 63,576 miles

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 59,445 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 59,437 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 55,811 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 51,148 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 46,566 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 42,764 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 39,101 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 39,101 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 33,869 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 28,730 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 28,730 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 23,454 miles

Both front tyres starting to perish

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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KU08 SNZ 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 72.7%.

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 KU08 SNZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KU08 SNZ?

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What year was KU08 SNZ registered?

KU08 SNZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 SNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 SNZ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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