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SL08 DYT

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,880 mi
Last recorded86,880 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 DYT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 86,880 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

n/s/r tyre worn close to limit (185/65/15

rear exhaust bracket detached

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2016 74,710 miles

Offside steering arm has slight movement at its fixings

car seats obstructing view of seat belts x2

oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2015 67,811 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

plastic cover missing from offside front of bumper at towing eye

rear wiper torn not clearing the screen

Fail 27 Mar 2015 67,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

nearside front tyre badly worn on inner and outer edges (185/65/15)

offside front tyre badly worn on inner and outer edges (185/65/15)

plastic cover missing from offside front of bumper at towing eye

rear wiper torn not clearing the screen

Pass 20 Mar 2014 60,555 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 60,551 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Mar 2013 54,812 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2012 48,556 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 40,627 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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SL08 DYT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SL08 DYT, 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 SL08 DYT registered?

SL08 DYT is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is SL08 DYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 DYT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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