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MF08 YYC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,099 mi
Last recorded126,099 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 YYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 126,099 miles

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))

Fail 11 Oct 2019 126,099 miles

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))

Pass 19 May 2017 105,776 miles

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)

Fail 8 May 2017 105,621 miles

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)

Pass 6 May 2016 99,018 miles

ex tailpipe corroded

Fail 5 May 2016 99,018 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

ex tailpipe corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2015 84,798 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 2 Jan 2014 66,346 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 57,746 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 43,676 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 34,595 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 34,594 miles

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?

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 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.

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