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KV08 FYG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

70,701 mi
Last recorded70,701 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 70,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 67,848 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 63,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 57,994 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 51,822 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 46,840 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 46,840 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 43,505 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 38,345 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 34,949 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 32,516 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 32,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 31,430 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 30 Jan 2014 30,759 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 28,776 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 25,147 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 22,335 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 FYG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FYG, 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 FYG registered?

KV08 FYG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is KV08 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 FYG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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