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SJ08 VPC

2008 Citroen Xsara

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

210,511 mi
Last recorded210,511 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 VPC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 210,511 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 210,405 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 192,781 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 181,262 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 164,563 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 148,014 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 148,014 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 128,190 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 111,607 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 111,607 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 93,229 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 93,229 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 72,008 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 72,008 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 50,221 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 49,707 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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SJ08 VPC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VPC, 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 SJ08 VPC registered?

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

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The MOT history for SJ08 VPC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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