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PL08 LHZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

196,271 mi
Last recorded196,271 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 LHZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 196,271 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 182,245 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 165,547 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 150,450 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 111,363 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2011 111,363 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 LHZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LHZ, 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 LHZ registered?

PL08 LHZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is PL08 LHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 LHZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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