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KY08 ZHK

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

176,764 mi
Last recorded176,764 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 ZHK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 176,764 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 176,764 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 163,572 miles

Both front link bars worn

Pass 1 Mar 2021 150,435 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 141,708 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 141,708 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 129,019 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 119,357 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

the nearside front bumper although damaged is not currently presenting any sharp edges

the nearside rear tyre tread is quite worn on the outer edge and also has multiple deep cuts

Fail 21 Feb 2018 119,357 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

the nearside front bumper although damaged is not currently presenting any sharp edges

the nearside rear tyre tread is quite worn on the outer edge and also has multiple deep cuts

Pass 23 Feb 2017 109,246 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 97,186 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges n/s very close to cords

Pass 16 Feb 2015 87,676 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 74,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 60,737 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre perished sidewalls

Pass 17 Feb 2012 48,820 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside rear tyre perished

rear wiper split

unable to fully inspect rear brake hoses due to suspension layout

wheel trims fitted unable to fully inspect wheel nuts/ bolts ect.

Pass 16 Feb 2011 36,220 miles

engine covers and undershielding are in place

offside rear tyre valve cap is missing

rear wiper blade is split

unable to clearly see both rear brake hoses due to the suspension arrangement

wheel trims are fitted to all roadwheels so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

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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KY08 ZHK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KY08 ZHK, 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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KY08 ZHK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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