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PF08 FUV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,436 mi
Last recorded62,436 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 FUV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 62,436 miles

Offside Front ABS sensor touching reluctor ring

start of corrosion undersills

Pass 4 Sep 2023 59,761 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 57,491 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 57,491 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 55,282 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 53,262 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 51,058 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 48,678 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 46,264 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 5 Sep 2016 43,885 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 41,377 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 1 Sep 2014 38,747 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

n/s/r tyre cracking

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 30 Sep 2013 36,494 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 34,528 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear silencer mounting strap corroded

Pass 22 May 2012 27,343 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 17,871 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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PF08 FUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PF08 FUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF08 FUV registered?

PF08 FUV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is PF08 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF08 FUV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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