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KU08 SYC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

116,893 mi
Last recorded116,893 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 SYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 116,893 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 108,380 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer exterior mirror damaged/cracked

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 103,383 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play DROP LINK ROD. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 5 Feb 2020 100,138 miles

Nearside mirror glass is broken and gives a poor drivers view.

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 5 Feb 2020 100,138 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall is so old tyre side wall is split and can see cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 11 Feb 2019 95,075 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 4 Feb 2019 95,034 miles

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 90,169 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 83,868 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 2 Feb 2017 83,868 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 6 Jan 2016 78,243 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 71,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 63,642 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 60,017 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 49,553 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 1 Mar 2011 38,162 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 SYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SYC, 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 KU08 SYC registered?

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

Is KU08 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 SYC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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