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PJ08 CEU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,652 mi
Last recorded124,652 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 CEU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 124,652 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 108,677 miles

child seat fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2016 108,677 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

child seat fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2015 93,885 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 77,723 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 64,838 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 54,052 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 41,344 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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PJ08 CEU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue 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 PJ08 CEU, 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 PJ08 CEU registered?

PJ08 CEU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is PJ08 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 CEU 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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