MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
126,099 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective hose clamps used instead of rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective hose clamps used instead of rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
Both front tyres wearing unevenly
Both rear tyres cracking on the thread face
Both rear tyres have uneven wear
Both rear tyres low on the outer edges
Exhaust bracket broken but still secure
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.4.G.2)
Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Both front tyres wearing unevenly
Both rear tyres cracking on the thread face
Both rear tyres have uneven wear
Both rear tyres low on the outer edges
Exhaust bracket broken but still secure
Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
ex tailpipe corroded
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
ex tailpipe corroded
Coolant leak
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
both front tyres worn to 2mm, rear exhaust strap corroded
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
spare wheel not in carrier
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?
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MF08 YYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YYC, 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 YYC registered?
MF08 YYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 March 2008.
Is MF08 YYC safe to buy?
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