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KV08 JYJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,529 mi
Last recorded119,529 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 119,529 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged pick up ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 119,525 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged pick up ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 118,035 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 112,630 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 111,785 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2021 111,785 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 110,917 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 110,917 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2019 107,542 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 100,762 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 100,762 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 93,616 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 81,469 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 65,854 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 50,821 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 34,545 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewall but no cords exposed

Pass 13 Oct 2011 21,731 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,265 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 JYJ 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 77.8%.

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

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