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SJ08 VRF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,350 mi
Last recorded111,350 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 111,350 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 101,307 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 101,307 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL BADLY HOLED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 87,530 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 85,123 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 24 Apr 2017 85,123 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 74,758 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 74,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 59,286 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 59,286 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2014 45,346 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 29,893 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 26,054 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 21,603 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 VRF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VRF, 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 VRF registered?

SJ08 VRF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for SJ08 VRF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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