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SL08 EGZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

124,164 mi
Last recorded124,164 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 EGZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 124,164 miles

Both rear inner sills are corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear seatbelts are not tested

Pass 18 Nov 2024 114,504 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres are worn on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 105,725 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four tyres are worn on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 96,297 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 89,603 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

rear seats not fitted during test

Pass 3 Nov 2020 80,033 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box and front joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres are worn on the outer edges . (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2019 60,357 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 May 2018 44,781 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust system slightly corroded

front registration plate slightly deteriorated

front subframe slightly corroded

suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 19 May 2017 37,749 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 33,685 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 33,685 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 30,597 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 27,988 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 25,197 miles

37% rear brake inbalance

Exhaust back box bracket strap broken applying more pressure to the flange

Fail 29 Apr 2013 25,197 miles

37% rear brake inbalance

Exhaust back box bracket strap broken applying more pressure to the flange

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,349 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,776 miles

oil stain front brake hoses/calipiers

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 EGZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EGZ, 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 EGZ registered?

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

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