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ML08 SWX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,368 mi
Last recorded79,368 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 SWX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 79,368 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 70,631 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 70,631 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 63,327 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer Wall Perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer Wall Perished (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 63,327 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer Wall Perished (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer Wall Perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 57,129 miles

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

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

Rear Wiper Blade Worn

Fail 1 Jul 2016 57,129 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Rear Wiper Blade Worn

Fail 13 Jul 2015 50,008 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust Strap Corroded

Rear Wiper Blade Worn

Pass 13 Jul 2015 50,008 miles

Rear Exhaust Strap Corroded

Rear Wiper Blade Worn

Pass 9 Jul 2014 41,564 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 34,730 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 25,541 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 25,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Mar 2011 16,243 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 16,243 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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ML08 SWX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ML08 SWX, 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 ML08 SWX registered?

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

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