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LY08 HBJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,027 mi
Last recorded116,027 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 HBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 116,027 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 103,782 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 90,633 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 78,477 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 63,743 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 63,739 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Jun 2013 50,366 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 50,366 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 34,852 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2011 19,523 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 19,135 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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LY08 HBJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol 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 LY08 HBJ, 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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How do I check the history of LY08 HBJ?

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What year was LY08 HBJ registered?

LY08 HBJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is LY08 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 HBJ 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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