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KV08 SDZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,858 mi
Last recorded92,858 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 SDZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 92,858 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 91,535 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 86,986 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 85,162 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 80,934 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2020 80,760 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 77,857 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 74,137 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 70,087 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 60,734 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

bothside front tyres worn

n/s/f brake dragging slightly

Pass 24 Mar 2014 53,794 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 53,733 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 44,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2012 35,674 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Mar 2011 27,617 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 SDZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver 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 SDZ, 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

How do I check the history of KV08 SDZ?

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What year was KV08 SDZ registered?

KV08 SDZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is KV08 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 SDZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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