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PJ08 XYZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

66,815 mi
Last recorded66,815 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 XYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 66,815 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 66,815 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 64,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 62,484 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 60,218 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 60,216 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 57,254 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 55,298 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 53,324 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 53,324 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2019 52,081 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 48,599 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 44,505 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 40,210 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 35,229 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 35,229 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 May 2014 30,998 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 30,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

front brake pads and disc worn low.

Pass 28 May 2013 25,548 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 20,141 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 15,720 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 XYZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XYZ, 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 XYZ registered?

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

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