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KV08 FYE

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,938 mi
Last recorded70,938 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 FYE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 70,938 miles

Central Front Inner Obligatory mirror slightly loose Rear view Mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Door Mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 70,938 miles

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

Central Front Inner Obligatory mirror slightly loose Rear view Mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Door Mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 69,048 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 66,597 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 63,394 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Aug 2021 60,707 miles

Nearside Rear light unit cracked

poor starting

Pass 25 Aug 2020 58,272 miles

all tyres cracking between treads and edges.

Pass 31 Jul 2019 55,189 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 53,604 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 50,948 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 48,413 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 48,413 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 45,217 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 41,164 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 36,379 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 32,650 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 32,650 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2011 28,298 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 FYE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FYE, 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 FYE registered?

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

Is KV08 FYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 FYE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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