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KV08 CVN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,527 mi
Last recorded135,527 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 CVN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 135,527 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from front section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 126,048 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Feb 2021 126,048 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 118,561 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 118,555 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 114,449 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 110,517 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 106,604 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 102,253 miles

Both outer sills slightly corroded

Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Apr 2015 89,430 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 89,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 73,822 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 62,321 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 49,609 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 49,609 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 39,805 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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KV08 CVN 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 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 KV08 CVN, 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 KV08 CVN registered?

KV08 CVN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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