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OU08 LYF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,929 mi
Last recorded43,929 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 LYF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2011 43,929 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE STARTING TO PERISH (185/65HR15) ALSO SPARE CARRIER LOOSE DUE TO SOMEONE TRYED TO NICK THE SPARE , SAFTY BOLT HOLDING IT PLACE.

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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OU08 LYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OU08 LYF, 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 OU08 LYF registered?

OU08 LYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is OU08 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 LYF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU08 LYF have outstanding finance?

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