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LO08 EOD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

69,984 mi
Last recorded69,984 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 EOD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 69,984 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 69,982 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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 6 Aug 2021 66,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 66,288 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded to excess approx 30cm from seat blot (Seat belt buckle seat mounted) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 62,402 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 62,402 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 22 May 2019 57,257 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 52,601 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front tyre has nail in thread

Pass 17 May 2017 47,844 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2017 47,844 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 43,672 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 43,672 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working with side lamps on (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 39,101 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jun 2014 33,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,721 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 24,766 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 19,890 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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LO08 EOD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LO08 EOD, 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 LO08 EOD registered?

LO08 EOD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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