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OV08 JHO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,511 mi
Last recorded60,511 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 JHO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 60,511 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2024 57,396 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2024 57,396 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 53,818 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 50,039 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 46,205 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 46,205 miles

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system deteriorated

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 42,648 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 39,215 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 36,036 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 36,036 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 31,081 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 25,093 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 20,006 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 16,025 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 13,535 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 10,731 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 7,736 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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OV08 JHO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OV08 JHO, 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 OV08 JHO registered?

OV08 JHO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is OV08 JHO safe to buy?

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