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MJ08 CPO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

44,709 mi
Last recorded44,709 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 CPO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 44,709 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 42,455 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 42,449 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust box bracket corroded away and making it insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 41,139 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust box band deteriated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 38,984 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.66mm. 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust band deteriated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 36,246 miles

rear exhaust box metal band corroded (but still secure)

Pass 2 Oct 2020 35,152 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 32,602 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 29,868 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust back box support strap is broken but he back is still supported at time of test

Fail 26 Apr 2018 29,868 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust back box support strap is broken but he back is still supported at time of test

Pass 8 May 2017 27,238 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Outer Sill damaged

Pass 27 Apr 2016 23,732 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 17,680 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 13,985 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 May 2013 12,092 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 May 2012 10,148 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 7,939 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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MJ08 CPO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MJ08 CPO, 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 MJ08 CPO registered?

MJ08 CPO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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The MOT history for MJ08 CPO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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