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SB08 ZDG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,915 mi
Last recorded83,915 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 ZDG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2019 83,915 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Offside front brake caliper has bolt missing. (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nearside rear axle needle bearing rusty and starting to seize.

Pass 7 Apr 2018 80,763 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 80,698 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 78,626 miles

n/s gearbox oil seal

Pass 6 Apr 2016 75,933 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 73,817 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 73,817 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2014 71,568 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 71,568 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 62,148 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 49,312 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 39,287 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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SB08 ZDG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SB08 ZDG, 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 SB08 ZDG registered?

SB08 ZDG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is SB08 ZDG safe to buy?

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