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SL08 DZV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,130 mi
Last recorded133,130 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 DZV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 133,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 126,270 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive fuel cooler damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 121,916 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer,temp repaired with wire. (6.1.2 (a))

both rear tyres worn low.

spare tyre flat.

Pass 4 Apr 2018 114,070 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 114,031 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 103,920 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 94,293 miles

Diesel injector seals leaking fumes

Front top exhaust heat shield broken and rattling

Rear Silencer mount has been repaired by wiring up

Pass 26 Feb 2015 85,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Mar 2014 75,822 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 75,822 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 63,920 miles

rear nearside tyre cracking badly on outer edge of the tread

Pass 21 Mar 2012 52,425 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 39,598 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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SL08 DZV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DZV, 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 DZV registered?

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

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The MOT history for SL08 DZV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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