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NV08 AWX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,999 mi
Last recorded9,999 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 AWX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 9,999 miles

Rear shockers dust covers damaged

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

driver belt very noisey

Fail 24 Jan 2022 9,999 miles

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

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear shockers dust covers damaged

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

driver belt very noisey

Pass 2 Feb 2021 147,339 miles

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

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective box has temp clamp / strap fitted (6.1.2 (a))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

exhaust front heat shield mounting broken alt or belt very noisey

Pass 4 Mar 2020 143,339 miles

Front heat shield by turbo not fully secured

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust box mountings broken but secured with hose clips

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 2 Mar 2020 143,339 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashing when indicator used (4.2.3 (c))

Front heat shield by turbo not fully secured

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust box mountings broken but secured with hose clips

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 27 Feb 2019 138,478 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 138,478 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 123,200 miles

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 7 Mar 2017 106,689 miles

Rear exhaust box mounting bracket broken

Pass 23 Feb 2016 93,139 miles

Rear exhaust box mounting bracket broken

Pass 27 Feb 2015 81,386 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 68,669 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 68,669 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 54,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,636 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 34,327 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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NV08 AWX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NV08 AWX, 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 NV08 AWX registered?

NV08 AWX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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