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KV08 FWY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

101,870 mi
Last recorded101,870 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 FWY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 101,870 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

steering rack oily

Pass 29 Jun 2019 94,681 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2019 94,681 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 84,004 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 83,988 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure Bolt loose (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure Bracket broken (4.1.1 (c))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear exhaust hanger broken away system still secure

Pass 5 Jul 2017 77,228 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2016 70,590 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 64,851 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 18 Jun 2014 1,440 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 50,867 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 50,867 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 41,080 miles

heat shield in engine bay loose but not insecure

Pass 2 Mar 2012 40,364 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 33,554 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 33,554 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)

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 FWY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KV08 FWY, 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

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What year was KV08 FWY registered?

KV08 FWY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KV08 FWY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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