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MV08 KHF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,944 mi
Last recorded96,944 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 KHF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 96,944 miles

Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2024 96,944 miles

Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 81,815 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2023 81,815 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 71,148 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 71,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 65,343 miles

under body suspension parts corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2021 65,343 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under body suspension parts corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2020 63,054 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X3 ()

Pass 7 Mar 2019 61,076 miles

cannot check rear seat belts as seat covers fitted

clutch pedal rubber missing

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2018 56,976 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 50,532 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 45,735 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 42,007 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 35,555 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 30,140 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 23,961 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 18,627 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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MV08 KHF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MV08 KHF, 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 MV08 KHF registered?

MV08 KHF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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