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LG08 VRK

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,492 mi
Last recorded105,492 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 VRK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 105,492 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 105,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 99,862 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 99,862 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jul 2020 94,799 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play track rod inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 89,170 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 82,025 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 82,025 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 74,569 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 65,943 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 56,921 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 56,921 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 48,763 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 40,069 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2012 30,832 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 21,887 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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LG08 VRK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG08 VRK, 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 LG08 VRK registered?

LG08 VRK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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