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LG08 XPZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

84,524 mi
Last recorded84,524 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 XPZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 84,524 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 84,524 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 78,537 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 78,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 72,477 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 Nov 2018 72,477 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Dec 2017 66,063 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 66,060 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 57,777 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 57,777 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 50,156 miles

Offside Rear Tyre Deteriorated & Cracked

Rear Child Seat Fitted, Adult Seat Belt & Seat Not Checked For Operation Or Security

Reset Internal Headlamp Height Switch To Zero

Fail 23 Nov 2015 50,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre Deteriorated & Cracked

Rear Child Seat Fitted, Adult Seat Belt & Seat Not Checked For Operation Or Security

Reset Internal Headlamp Height Switch To Zero

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn Smooth On Inner Edge Close To Cords, (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 41,783 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 36,774 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 29,654 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 29,654 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,034 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 17,691 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 XPZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XPZ, 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 XPZ registered?

LG08 XPZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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