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R6 RVJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,746 mi
Last recorded72,746 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 RVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2020 72,746 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 67,384 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 67,384 miles

Central Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 61,390 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 54,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 49,636 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting strap broken

Fail 21 Mar 2016 49,636 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust mounting strap broken

Pass 20 Mar 2015 44,130 miles

all tyres slightly perrished. front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Apr 2014 40,059 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 33,552 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 26,676 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 21,535 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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R6 RVJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R6 RVJ, 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 R6 RVJ registered?

R6 RVJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is R6 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 RVJ shows 12 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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