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MJ08 XVK

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

83,499 mi
Last recorded83,499 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 83,499 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

suspension components showing corrosion

Fail 10 Jun 2025 83,493 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2024 79,642 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2023 77,015 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 73,618 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 70,309 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 66,266 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 62,100 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 58,984 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 53,778 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 49,474 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 43,810 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 43,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

backbox bracket broke exhaust still secure

n/s/f tyre cracking

o/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 1 May 2014 36,489 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 28,684 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 21,447 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 15,450 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 XVK 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 XVK, 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 XVK registered?

MJ08 XVK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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