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MF08 VXS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

142,564 mi
Last recorded142,564 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 VXS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 142,564 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 129,310 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 118,195 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 112,056 miles

o/s/n/s sills corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2019 112,054 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tyres worn out (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s/n/s sills corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2018 108,175 miles

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

o/s/n/s sills corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2017 107,172 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 104,343 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Aug 2016 104,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also tyre is rotational and been fitted incorrect (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid just need water topping up (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 98,625 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 96,732 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 94,121 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 89,452 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 89,452 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 77,094 miles

brake discs pitted

Fail 18 Feb 2012 77,022 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

brake discs pitted

rear exhaust box band broke strong advise replacement

Pass 18 Feb 2011 58,511 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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MF08 VXS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VXS, 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 VXS registered?

MF08 VXS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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The MOT history for MF08 VXS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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