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NG08 FXJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,741 mi
Last recorded83,741 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG08 FXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 83,741 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 81,962 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 78,810 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 74,157 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 69,619 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 64,882 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2018 59,582 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2017 54,111 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust hanger corroded and loose but exhaust still supported

rear wiper rubber split on end

Fail 11 Sep 2017 54,111 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust hanger corroded and loose but exhaust still supported

rear wiper rubber split on end

Pass 12 Sep 2016 48,464 miles

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

Rear wiper blade split on end

Pass 1 Oct 2015 42,097 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 42,097 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 41,737 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 36,153 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 36,153 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 30,404 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 21,593 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 21,593 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 14,522 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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NG08 FXJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NG08 FXJ, 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 NG08 FXJ registered?

NG08 FXJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is NG08 FXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG08 FXJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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