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OV08 MYG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,798 mi
Last recorded105,798 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 MYG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 105,798 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 101,001 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 101,001 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 98,410 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 92,337 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 87,144 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 82,036 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 77,643 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 77,643 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 71,693 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 65,237 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 58,499 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 50,401 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 43,912 miles

n/s rack boot starting to deterioate

o/s rack boot weeping oil

Pass 14 Mar 2014 37,786 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 31,357 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 31,357 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 23,449 miles

tyres have age cracks

Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,851 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 15,851 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 MYG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MYG, 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 MYG registered?

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

Is OV08 MYG safe to buy?

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