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PJ08 EMK

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

89,250 mi
Last recorded89,250 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 EMK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 89,250 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2025 80,932 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2024 73,861 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 73,681 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2023 65,413 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 58,089 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 49,782 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 39,847 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 30,409 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 27,560 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 17,876 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 14,317 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 12,963 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 12,145 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 11,456 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 10,871 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 10,127 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 9,005 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 EMK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EMK, 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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How do I check the history of PJ08 EMK?

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What year was PJ08 EMK registered?

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

Is PJ08 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 EMK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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