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SL08 OAJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,431 mi
Last recorded81,431 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 OAJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 81,431 miles

Rear Back Exhaust Box = Mounting Broken

Fail 15 May 2017 81,431 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Back Exhaust Box = Mounting Broken

Pass 24 May 2016 74,946 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre worn outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing both edges

oil leak

turbo pipe damaged

undertray fitted

Pass 27 May 2015 66,849 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 57,877 miles

Both rear shock absorber lower bushes starting to perish

Exhaust back box strap come away from silencer, but exhaust still supported

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 48,218 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 39,695 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 28,260 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 28,260 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 OAJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OAJ, 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 OAJ registered?

SL08 OAJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SL08 OAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 OAJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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