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SL08 EFX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

125,604 mi
Last recorded125,604 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 EFX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 125,604 miles

head light poor paton osf glass needs cleaning rec paint floor-1/2 number plate lights in op

Fail 23 Feb 2026 125,604 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced both outer sills holed by jacking points os ns boyh ends (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

head light poor paton osf glass needs cleaning rec paint floor-1/2 number plate lights in op

Pass 18 Feb 2025 124,566 miles

advise sills week rusted

Fail 17 Feb 2025 124,564 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached 2 (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

advise sills week rusted

Pass 30 Jan 2024 122,381 miles

advise sills week

Fail 30 Jan 2024 122,381 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2 below limet (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

advise sills week

Pass 10 Feb 2023 119,201 miles

advise tyers featherd exust week osf wing liner not fixed safe

Fail 9 Feb 2023 119,201 miles

Front Body insecure jacking points outer sills (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

advise tyers featherd exust week osf wing liner not fixed safe

Pass 19 Feb 2022 118,052 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 118,052 miles

Front Lower Driver's door pillar insecure sill rotten holed (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box leaking falling off car heavley under sealed (6.1.2 (a))

Front Engine mounting bracket missing broken (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2021 115,935 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 115,935 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 114,682 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 114,680 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front sills by a post (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2019 112,174 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2018 108,616 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 104,089 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 93,100 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 93,100 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 82,762 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 82,663 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 74,658 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 62,827 miles

exhaust back box hanger broken but still secure

Pass 22 Feb 2012 49,500 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 37,203 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 37,203 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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 EFX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SL08 EFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL08 EFX registered?

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

Is SL08 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 EFX shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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