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NY08 MGZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,208 mi
Last recorded64,208 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY08 MGZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 64,208 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 59,986 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 56,399 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 51,353 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 11 Jul 2017 45,750 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 13 Jul 2016 40,454 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)

Rear exhaust hanger weak

Pass 3 Jul 2015 33,551 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2015 33,551 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 28,249 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 21,788 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 16,074 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 12,734 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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NY08 MGZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 NY08 MGZ, 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 NY08 MGZ registered?

NY08 MGZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 August 2008.

Is NY08 MGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY08 MGZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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