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LX08 YXU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

53,604 mi
Last recorded53,604 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 YXU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 53,604 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective headlight patterns poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

air intake pipe loose and one missing

rear brakes very noisy

Fail 6 Nov 2025 53,603 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective headlight patterns poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

air intake pipe loose and one missing

rear brakes very noisy

Pass 12 Nov 2024 46,786 miles

air intake pipes insecure and one missing

Fail 12 Nov 2024 46,784 miles

Emission control equipment obviously defective air pipe off at turbo (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust system insecure rear silencer mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r tyre cracked and perished and bald on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r tyre cracked and perished and has splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

air intake pipes insecure and one missing

oil level low

Pass 20 Nov 2023 36,127 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 35,797 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 35,372 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 35,085 miles

Both front tyres are cracked and perished 185/65/15

Fail 13 Jan 2021 35,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Both front tyres are cracked and perished 185/65/15

Pass 10 Jan 2020 34,547 miles

All 4 tyres are starting to crack

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Pass 17 Jan 2019 32,325 miles

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Pass 18 Jan 2018 30,336 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 29,829 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 29,829 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 29,082 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 28,292 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 27,246 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres getting low

Pass 4 Jan 2013 25,340 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 23,149 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 23,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 21,597 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 YXU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YXU, 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 YXU registered?

LX08 YXU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for LX08 YXU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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