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LR08 PXV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,170 mi
Last recorded112,170 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 PXV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 112,170 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 107,300 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 107,300 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 104,325 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 100,739 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2020 100,738 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BADLY CORRODED INNER FACE. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BADLY CORRODED INNER FACE. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 96,392 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 91,633 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 85,314 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 76,074 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 66,281 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 66,281 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 56,888 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 49,080 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack & perish 185/65/15

strap around back box of exhaust has snapped but still supports back box

Pass 12 Apr 2012 40,104 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 29,676 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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LR08 PXV 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 81.3%.

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 LR08 PXV, 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 LR08 PXV registered?

LR08 PXV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is LR08 PXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 PXV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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