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LT08 EVM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

48,688 mi
Last recorded48,688 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 EVM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 48,688 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 44,919 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 42,121 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 39,769 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 35,820 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 33,163 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 31,529 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 29,794 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 28,717 miles

Front Brakes slightly out of ballance

Pass 24 Mar 2017 27,612 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 25,058 miles

rear exhaust strap snapped

Pass 7 Apr 2015 21,536 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2014 18,493 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2013 14,679 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 11,115 miles

both front wheel trims missing

Fail 2 Apr 2012 11,115 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

both front wheel trims missing

Pass 30 Mar 2011 7,038 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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LT08 EVM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 LT08 EVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT08 EVM registered?

LT08 EVM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LT08 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 EVM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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