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SJ08 WEP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

106,255 mi
Last recorded106,255 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 WEP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2022 106,255 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

corrosion to all under-floor components

Pass 19 Jul 2021 90,000 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 85,316 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 85,316 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 79,494 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2019 79,494 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 74,833 miles

slight binding o/s/r brake

Fail 30 Jul 2018 74,831 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both o/s and n/s outer sills corroded & holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

slight binding o/s/r brake

Pass 31 Jul 2017 67,670 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 67,670 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 61,142 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 54,483 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 54,483 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 46,527 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 46,527 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 39,586 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake fluid level halfway to minimum

exhaust backbox strap broken

front brake discs heavily worn

Fail 29 May 2013 39,586 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake fluid level halfway to minimum

exhaust backbox strap broken

front brake discs heavily worn

Pass 14 May 2012 32,548 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 25,670 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 WEP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 WEP, 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 WEP registered?

SJ08 WEP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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