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RNZ 1691

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

83,278 mi
Last recorded83,278 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 1691
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 83,278 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner & outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive near engine sump area/transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear shockers corroded

clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

vehicle under body (rear) surface rust

Fail 17 Aug 2022 83,249 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn dust cover split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner & outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive near engine sump area/transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear shockers corroded

clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

vehicle under body (rear) surface rust

Pass 9 Aug 2021 76,749 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 76,749 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 71,991 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front abs ring has slight scoring

Fail 3 Jul 2020 71,990 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front abs ring has slight scoring

Pass 15 Mar 2019 63,531 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fluid leak, but not excessive diesel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

slight injector leak

Fail 15 Mar 2019 63,531 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fluid leak, but not excessive diesel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

slight injector leak

Pass 21 Mar 2018 55,945 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 55,945 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 48,039 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 42,582 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 37,010 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 30,697 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 24,165 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 18,665 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 18,665 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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RNZ 1691 is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 RNZ 1691, 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 RNZ 1691 registered?

RNZ 1691 is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 December 2008.

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