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PL08 ENH

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,102 mi
Last recorded57,102 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 ENH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 57,102 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2025 55,117 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 55,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 51,018 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 47,637 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ring (1.6 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2022 41,229 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 39,767 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 38,373 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 36,713 miles

rear silencer bracket corroded but still secure

Pass 4 Jun 2018 34,631 miles

Offside Front fog lamp cracked

rear exhaust strap corroded but exhaust secure

Fail 4 Jun 2018 34,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front fog lamp cracked

rear exhaust strap corroded but exhaust secure

Pass 16 Jun 2017 32,561 miles

rear silencer bracket is secure but coming away in places

Pass 17 Jun 2016 30,017 miles

rear exhaust strap corroded and coming away,but exhaust still secure

Pass 17 Jun 2015 27,614 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 25,216 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 22,750 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,145 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 17,067 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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PL08 ENH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PL08 ENH, 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 PL08 ENH registered?

PL08 ENH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is PL08 ENH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 ENH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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