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LC08 BHL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,315 mi
Last recorded101,315 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 BHL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 101,315 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges. Recommend attention soon.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Recommend attention soon. (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak Gearbox. ()

Small chips in windscreen.

Pass 15 Mar 2017 94,925 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 94,916 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)

front inner brake pads getting low

Pass 12 Mar 2016 90,301 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 86,242 miles

Rear exhaust bracket deteriorated

Pass 13 Mar 2014 81,087 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 70,156 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 69,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 55,157 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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LC08 BHL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LC08 BHL, 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 LC08 BHL registered?

LC08 BHL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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