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KW08 CKN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

125,484 mi
Last recorded125,484 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 CKN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 125,484 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pads also low - service strongly recommended. (1.1.14 (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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Fail 6 Dec 2021 125,884 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pads also low - service strongly recommended. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Pass 16 Nov 2020 120,792 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 108,122 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight noise (5.3.2 (b))

both rear tyres have deep cracking to tread no ply or cords visible

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

handbrake lever has little reserve travel

o/s/f tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall deep cracking to tread no ply or cords visible

o/s/r light loose not insecure

slight noise engine accelerating

Fail 7 May 2019 108,115 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases injector (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken close to fouling tyre (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight noise (5.3.2 (b))

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

both rear tyres have deep cracking to tread no ply or cords visible

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

o/s/f tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall deep cracking to tread no ply or cords visible

Pass 2 Jun 2018 102,635 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 102,635 miles

Front Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 100,489 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 100,481 miles

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2016 97,080 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 97,080 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2015 91,236 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 76,367 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 62,960 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2013 62,960 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 53,321 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 53,218 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 May 2011 39,531 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 16 May 2011 39,531 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

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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KW08 CKN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 KW08 CKN, 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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KW08 CKN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 June 2008.

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