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KW08 CVC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

104,895 mi
Last recorded104,895 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 CVC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 104,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 99,625 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2025 99,600 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 90,826 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 90,826 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2023 83,637 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 75,963 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 70,395 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 70,395 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 66,333 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 66,333 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 61,223 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 61,223 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 57,933 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 52,403 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 52,403 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 43,876 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 43,876 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 37,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jun 2013 30,775 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jun 2012 23,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,416 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 CVC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 CVC, 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 KW08 CVC registered?

KW08 CVC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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