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SM08 NZU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,337 mi
Last recorded98,337 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 NZU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2022 98,337 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective on back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 98,337 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb seated incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective on back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 92,405 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering fluid leak

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 Jul 2021 92,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering fluid leak

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jan 2020 88,380 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill heavily undersealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill heavily undersealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 88,380 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 77,068 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at pressure switch (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seat belts have child seats ()

Pass 24 Jan 2018 68,472 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 63,749 miles

exhaust backbox is corroded

Fail 21 Apr 2017 63,749 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

clutch pedal rubber missing

exhaust backbox is corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2016 59,039 miles

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

backbox exhaust starting to show signs of corrosion

Pass 16 May 2015 54,646 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 49,745 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 43,014 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2013 43,014 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 37,623 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 37,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2011 30,689 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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SM08 NZU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SM08 NZU, 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 SM08 NZU registered?

SM08 NZU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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