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LY08 LVM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

130,521 mi
Last recorded130,521 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 LVM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 130,521 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 123,434 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 116,575 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 105,834 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 89,965 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 71,779 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 71,779 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 52,111 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 39,190 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 38,347 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 36,157 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 30,857 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 24,664 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,534 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 LVM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LVM, 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 LY08 LVM registered?

LY08 LVM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is LY08 LVM safe to buy?

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