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OW08 FUU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,384 mi
Last recorded118,384 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 FUU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 118,384 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 118,381 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 103,986 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 87,778 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 68,012 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 67,965 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 48,950 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,439 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 42,597 miles

rear tyres are perished recommend replacing

Fail 22 Aug 2012 42,595 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

rear tyres are perished recommend replacing

Pass 11 Aug 2011 39,087 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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OW08 FUU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OW08 FUU, 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 OW08 FUU registered?

OW08 FUU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is OW08 FUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 FUU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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