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LV08 EYC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

185,711 mi
Last recorded185,711 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 EYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 185,711 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 185,709 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2016 176,345 miles

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint rear wish bone bush has slight spilt in it (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play steering joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 May 2016 176,345 miles

Centre Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened disc on inner face damage (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone bush spilt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Inner Steering pivot point has excessive play rackend excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working brake light not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 May 2015 166,606 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 166,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2014 149,745 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 135,739 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Apr 2013 135,739 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 106,317 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 84,506 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 84,506 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LV08 EYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 LV08 EYC, 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 LV08 EYC registered?

LV08 EYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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The MOT history for LV08 EYC shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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