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LM08 LOM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

52,785 mi
Last recorded52,785 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 LOM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 52,785 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2026 52,785 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2025 52,010 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 52,009 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 49,050 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nsr outer sill corroded but not seriously weakened

osr outer sill corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 6 Oct 2023 45,968 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 41,668 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 36,437 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 36,436 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt needs securing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 30,768 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 30,768 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 25,554 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 21,519 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 9 Mar 2018 14,616 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 7,724 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 5,103 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 4,755 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 4,453 miles

ALL 4 Tyres perished, Severly on outer shoulders

Fail 6 Mar 2013 4,008 miles

ALL 4 Tyres perished

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 4,008 miles

ALL 4 Tyres perished

Pass 18 Feb 2012 3,565 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 3,242 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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LM08 LOM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LM08 LOM, 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 LM08 LOM registered?

LM08 LOM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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