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NJ08 KGN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,861 mi
Last recorded75,861 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 KGN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 75,861 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 75,861 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 69,340 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 69,340 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2016 61,886 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 61,885 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 61,304 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 61,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 54,533 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Mar 2015 54,533 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 46,226 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 37,229 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 37,229 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 25,844 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 17,198 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 KGN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol 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 NJ08 KGN, 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 NJ08 KGN registered?

NJ08 KGN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is NJ08 KGN safe to buy?

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