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MK08 LHC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,053 mi
Last recorded71,053 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 LHC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 71,053 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 70,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 66,154 miles

Nearside Rear slight movement in rear axle bush

Pass 11 Mar 2020 62,419 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 62,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2019 60,984 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall slight damage

Pass 9 Apr 2018 59,324 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 57,231 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 55,835 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 54,910 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,874 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 31,114 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 19,886 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 9,521 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 6,731 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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MK08 LHC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 MK08 LHC, 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 MK08 LHC registered?

MK08 LHC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is MK08 LHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 LHC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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