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KW08 DWC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

258,649 mi
Last recorded258,649 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 258,649 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 237,675 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 219,133 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 199,312 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 183,486 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)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 167,964 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 150,459 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 116,009 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 99,207 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 82,194 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 69,819 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 69,819 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 49,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 49,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 43,831 miles

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

child seats fitted to o/s and n/s rear seats

no center rear seat fitted

o/s front tyre wearing low

rear exhaust box rear strap broken

Fail 25 Jun 2012 43,831 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seats fitted to o/s and n/s rear seats

no center rear seat fitted

o/s front tyre wearing low

rear exhaust box rear strap broken

Pass 26 May 2011 31,158 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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KW08 DWC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KW08 DWC, 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 DWC registered?

KW08 DWC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 June 2008.

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