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PJ08 XYX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

134,393 mi
Last recorded134,393 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 XYX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 134,393 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 134,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 129,626 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 129,626 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 115,504 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 115,504 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 22 May 2015 103,341 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust backbox mounting broken

Fail 22 May 2015 103,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

exhaust backbox mounting broken

Pass 9 Jun 2014 88,215 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 88,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 May 2013 71,251 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 71,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 58,312 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 43,005 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 XYX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XYX, 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 XYX registered?

PJ08 XYX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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