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OV08 KZU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

167,297 mi
Last recorded167,297 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 KZU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2021 167,297 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 161,845 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 154,218 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 149,290 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 50,382 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 50,382 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 36,810 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 25,566 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 KZU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KZU, 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 KZU registered?

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

Is OV08 KZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 KZU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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