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SM08 UZG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,221 mi
Last recorded91,221 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 UZG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 91,221 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 81,864 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear body corroded

Pass 28 May 2019 72,344 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 May 2019 72,344 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip broken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 64,361 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 62,264 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 May 2017 62,264 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 59,539 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 54,723 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 48,592 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside front tyre worn on both edges

Pass 9 Jul 2013 38,292 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 38,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 30,474 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 30,474 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 24,046 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 UZG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SM08 UZG, 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 UZG registered?

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

Is SM08 UZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 UZG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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