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LX08 YWU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

97,806 mi
Last recorded97,806 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 YWU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 97,806 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 97,806 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2023 89,655 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 81,979 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2022 81,979 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 77,996 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 73,972 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 65,740 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 60,374 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 55,077 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 55,076 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 46,144 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 46,144 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 36,860 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 30,752 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 27,192 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 27,192 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake pads low

Pass 2 Apr 2012 22,767 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 16,755 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 YWU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YWU, 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 LX08 YWU registered?

LX08 YWU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is LX08 YWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 YWU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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