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PM04 VRM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,461 mi
Last recorded79,461 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM04 VRM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 79,461 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 73,206 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 68,722 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 68,676 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 64,194 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 59,808 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 55,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 55,363 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 52,042 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 44,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear section of exhaust hanger is corroded away at bottom but still supporting exhaust rear section at top so a pass and advise is rendered at this time

Pass 22 Feb 2013 44,807 miles

rear section of exhaust hanger is corroded away at bottom but still supporting exhaust rear section at top so a pass and advise is rendered at this time

Pass 1 Mar 2012 37,178 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 37,178 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 28,349 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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PM04 VRM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 PM04 VRM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PM04 VRM registered?

PM04 VRM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is PM04 VRM safe to buy?

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