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KV08 PXN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,227 mi
Last recorded91,227 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 91,227 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 91,227 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 87,205 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 87,205 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 83,724 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 83,724 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 80,440 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2021 80,440 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 77,731 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 73,440 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 69,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 65,450 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 65,450 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 60,196 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 55,523 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 49,848 miles

front brake pads and discs

Fail 11 Mar 2014 49,848 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake pads and discs

Pass 15 Mar 2013 43,575 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 34,405 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 18 Mar 2011 24,645 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 PXN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PXN, 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 PXN registered?

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

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The MOT history for KV08 PXN shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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