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NK08 PYV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

116,057 mi
Last recorded116,057 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 PYV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 116,057 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened shocker top mount worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened shocker top worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 115,989 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened shocker top mount worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened shocker top worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 98,146 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 98,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 82,347 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front spring slightly catching inner wheel arch

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Fail 11 Sep 2018 82,347 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front spring slightly catching inner wheel arch

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Pass 4 Sep 2017 70,196 miles

Centre exhaust corroded

Nearside rack gaitor cracking

Spare tyre wall splitting

Fail 4 Sep 2017 70,196 miles

Centre exhaust corroded

Nearside rack gaitor cracking

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare tyre wall splitting

Pass 5 Sep 2016 65,777 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 61,129 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 61,129 miles

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

Front brakes noisy

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 9 Sep 2014 55,887 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 9 Sep 2014 55,887 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2013 50,876 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 49,471 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 28 Feb 2012 42,878 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 34,039 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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NK08 PYV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 NK08 PYV, 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 NK08 PYV registered?

NK08 PYV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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