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SJ08 ONP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

149,061 mi
Last recorded149,061 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 ONP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 149,061 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal full sill and covered in fiberglass over the welded repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal full sill and covered in fiberglass over the welded repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 May 2026 149,035 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body section at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2025 137,247 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill inner and outer (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, inner and outer (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under-sealed

underside corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2024 117,545 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear suspension corroded

Fail 22 Apr 2024 117,541 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear suspension corroded

Pass 17 May 2023 108,788 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 May 2023 108,787 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 101,781 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

car undersealed

Pass 12 Mar 2021 98,733 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2021 98,732 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2020 93,925 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm and wearing bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 23 Mar 2020 93,811 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill . (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm and wearing bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 81,568 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 74,511 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 74,505 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 64,819 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 56,613 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 49,635 miles

front wipers smearing

rear exhaust hanger damaged, part welded onto backbox but starting to come off

Fail 28 Feb 2015 49,635 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front wipers smearing

rear exhaust hanger damaged, part welded onto backbox but starting to come off

Pass 10 Mar 2014 42,180 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

recommend front wipers.

small lump on o/s/f tyre sidewall.

Pass 27 Feb 2013 36,972 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 35,240 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 33,654 miles

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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SJ08 ONP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 SJ08 ONP, 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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SJ08 ONP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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