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NJ08 KFT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,302 mi
Last recorded122,302 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 KFT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 122,302 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 117,167 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 117,163 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 113,110 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)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 107,073 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 101,230 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 93,991 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 93,991 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 83,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust hanger strap corroded

Pass 15 May 2013 73,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 May 2012 58,032 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 45,925 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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NJ08 KFT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NJ08 KFT, 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 NJ08 KFT registered?

NJ08 KFT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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