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SM08 WKR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,663 mi
Last recorded63,663 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 WKR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 63,663 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 58,946 miles

All tyres have cracking

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough Strut top bearing (2.2.D.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Both sills (6.1.A.1)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2017 55,955 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 51,969 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 48,569 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 45,483 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 45,483 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 40,999 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 37,140 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 May 2012 37,095 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 29,796 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 WKR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM08 WKR, 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 WKR registered?

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

Is SM08 WKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 WKR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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