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LX08 YSY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,710 mi
Last recorded93,710 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 YSY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 93,710 miles

Offside Front Outer sill corroded but not within 30cm of a structural mount

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 93,710 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer sill corroded but not within 30cm of a structural mount

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 86,912 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 75,775 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 68,742 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 60,708 miles

diesel flap missing

turbo heat guard loose

Pass 14 Nov 2014 50,853 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Nov 2014 50,853 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jan 2013 35,937 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 28,243 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 21,221 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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LX08 YSY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LX08 YSY, 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 LX08 YSY registered?

LX08 YSY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is LX08 YSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 YSY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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