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LO08 WVF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,935 mi
Last recorded131,935 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 WVF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2020 131,935 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

rear wiper split

Fail 10 Jan 2020 131,935 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

rear wiper split

Pass 10 Jan 2019 120,810 miles

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 108,880 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 96,199 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 96,199 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 84,044 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack (2.3.3b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side front (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2015 70,661 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 70,634 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 60,556 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 60,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 47,790 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 47,790 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 35,905 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 WVF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WVF, 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 WVF registered?

LO08 WVF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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