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KV08 PXP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

132,244 mi
Last recorded132,244 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 132,244 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Slight oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2022 124,585 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front sill showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front sill, showing signs of corrosion

Pass 30 Oct 2021 119,145 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 110,442 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2020 110,442 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 97,878 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 May 2019 97,878 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 85,661 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 78,666 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 69,221 miles

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)

both rear tyres wearing thin on outer edges

Pass 19 Feb 2015 58,379 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 52,718 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust clamp deteroirated

Pass 26 Feb 2013 46,251 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust clamp deteriorated on back box

Pass 12 Mar 2012 39,578 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2011 30,017 miles

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

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 PXP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PXP, 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 PXP registered?

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

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