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LB08 MYV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

93,050 mi
Last recorded93,050 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 MYV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 93,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 93,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 85,105 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 84,124 miles

Offside outer sill has slight corosion

Fail 2 Mar 2022 84,124 miles

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

Offside outer sill has slight corosion

Pass 23 Feb 2021 82,917 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 82,183 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 80,834 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 79,280 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 77,769 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 76,396 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 73,401 miles

slight split in o/s/f and n/s/f bottom arm rear bushes

Pass 11 Jun 2014 67,157 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 56,851 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 56,851 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 45,272 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 33,263 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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LB08 MYV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol 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 LB08 MYV, 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 LB08 MYV registered?

LB08 MYV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is LB08 MYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 MYV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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