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SL08 EHJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,776 mi
Last recorded99,776 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2018 99,776 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 88,096 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 86,321 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 86,244 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear p bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 30 Mar 2015 76,996 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 67,788 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 61,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both wipers poor

nearside sill damaged

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure

spare wheel carrier held up with tie wraps

Pass 8 Mar 2012 54,478 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 1 Mar 2011 38,478 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 EHJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EHJ, 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 EHJ registered?

SL08 EHJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is SL08 EHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 EHJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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