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SK08 OGB

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,088 mi
Last recorded106,088 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 OGB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 106,088 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 106,086 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2021 95,853 miles

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

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

rear wiper blade torn

Fail 24 Mar 2021 95,630 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 25 Mar 2020 79,939 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 79,939 miles

Emissions not tested tailpipe leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 67,315 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear wiper torn

Pass 13 Mar 2018 62,359 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 57,385 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 57,385 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 52,863 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 48,021 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 42,642 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 35,333 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 25,144 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,070 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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SK08 OGB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SK08 OGB, 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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SK08 OGB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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