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KV08 PWL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,582 mi
Last recorded79,582 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 PWL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 79,582 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip missing.

Items moved from windscreen prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre 4mm

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 79,582 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip missing.

Items moved from windscreen prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre 4mm

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 69,055 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s rear tyre 2mm

rear exhaust support broken

Fail 20 Mar 2015 69,055 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s rear tyre 2mm

rear exhaust support broken

Pass 26 Feb 2014 59,907 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 49,445 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 38,797 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 31,402 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Unable to clearly see front brake pads

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 PWL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 PWL, 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 PWL registered?

KV08 PWL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is KV08 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 PWL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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