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SL08 FYC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,658 mi
Last recorded78,658 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 FYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 78,658 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Steering system slightly tight top mount/bearing (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front brake has slight bind

Offside Front tyre cracked

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre cracked

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2017 78,658 miles

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight top mount/bearing (2.2.D.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger/bracket (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Steering system slightly tight top mount/bearing (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front brake has slight bind

Offside Front tyre cracked

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre cracked

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 70,405 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 70,301 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 62,277 miles

offside front strut top bearing rough in rotation

Fail 12 Feb 2014 54,152 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 54,152 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 43,505 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 43,494 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 35,433 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 27,040 miles

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

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

rear number plate slightly deteriorated/dirty

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 FYC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FYC, 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 FYC registered?

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

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The MOT history for SL08 FYC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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