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MK08 LHM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

112,375 mi
Last recorded112,375 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 LHM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 112,375 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 112,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 90,084 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2019 90,068 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached spring mount displaced causing spring to chaff on inner arch (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 78,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65/15 Revello 88H (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 78,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 delente 88H (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 Delente 88H (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65/15 Revello 88H (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 66,329 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 66,319 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2016 55,520 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2016 55,517 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust rear mount corroded (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 47,181 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 39,380 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 39,380 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 29,904 miles

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre outer wall is deteriorating

(4.1D.1e)The nearside front tyre valve stem is slightly worn

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 30 Mar 2012 22,692 miles

All road wheels have trims fitted

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The nearside front tyre valve stem is slightly worn

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of the inspection

Pass 29 Mar 2011 18,858 miles

(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes during their application/reducing modes indicate that they are ready for service/repairs to be carried out

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

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 LHM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MK08 LHM, 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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MK08 LHM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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