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ML08 FWN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

88,071 mi
Last recorded88,071 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 FWN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 88,071 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 84,702 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 82,929 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 80,738 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2022 78,150 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2022 78,150 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 75,166 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 75,163 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 72,922 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 72,922 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 71,633 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 70,535 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 69,133 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2017 69,132 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 67,575 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 67,575 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 66,434 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 63,506 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 55,905 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 46,829 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 37,057 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)

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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ML08 FWN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ML08 FWN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML08 FWN registered?

ML08 FWN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is ML08 FWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 FWN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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