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MF08 AVY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,973 mi
Last recorded110,973 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 AVY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 110,973 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 103,676 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 103,673 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 1.8 actual 3,87 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 99,153 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view several chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking in tread 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides nsr and osr worn on edges and cracking in tread 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 99,145 miles

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

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view several chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking in tread 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides nsr and osr worn on edges and cracking in tread 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 97,372 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive from rear of engine some where (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view several chips across screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 also tyre out of shape and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 95,387 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 90,210 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 79,344 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 79,344 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 74,001 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 70,007 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 62,435 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 53,372 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 43,299 miles

rear exhaust detoriated

Pass 14 Mar 2011 34,473 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

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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MF08 AVY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MF08 AVY, 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 MF08 AVY registered?

MF08 AVY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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The MOT history for MF08 AVY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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