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SL08 FXR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,409 mi
Last recorded124,409 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 124,409 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower sill damage

Pass 20 Apr 2018 109,525 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre on 3mm and worn on inner edge

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre on 3mm and worn on inner edge

Offside Rear sill damage

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Apr 2017 96,522 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive at rear sill (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 83,826 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 71,354 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 60,291 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 60,129 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 47,661 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 37,319 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 24,268 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 FXR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FXR, 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 FXR registered?

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

Is SL08 FXR safe to buy?

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