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SL08 EHG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,646 mi
Last recorded93,646 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 93,646 miles

Nearside Front Wing damage

Pass 24 Nov 2016 81,530 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2016 81,525 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 75,985 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 57,145 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 53,384 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 53,384 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 25 Mar 2013 46,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Mar 2013 46,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 36,376 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 29,286 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 EHG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EHG, 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 EHG registered?

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

Is SL08 EHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 EHG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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