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PG08 KUP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,357 mi
Last recorded120,357 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 KUP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2026 120,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 113,380 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 107,307 miles

Offside Track rod end slightly misaligned Very slight play in rack end (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 103,706 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 97,651 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 91,738 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 88,125 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 82,120 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 82,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jul 2018 76,110 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 68,446 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 59,893 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 54,018 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 47,518 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 39,554 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 31,522 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 31,522 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 22,031 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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PG08 KUP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black 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 PG08 KUP, 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 PG08 KUP registered?

PG08 KUP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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