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SM08 WZF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,190 mi
Last recorded146,190 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 WZF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 146,190 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 128,339 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2018 128,339 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 102,411 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 79,451 miles

front wipers starting to smear

Fail 16 Feb 2016 79,451 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 21 Apr 2015 64,891 miles

advise all four tyres on 3mm

advise exhaust back box support bracket broken still secure

advise front w/blades smearing screen slightly

advise slight play on o/s/f inner steering arm joint

Pass 22 Apr 2014 56,583 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box strap snaped

Fail 21 Apr 2014 56,583 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box strap snaped

Pass 23 Apr 2013 47,682 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 47,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 37,553 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre slight side wall damage

Pass 28 Apr 2011 27,963 miles

advise front w/blades smearing screen slightly

advise n/s/f tyre chunk out of outer sidewall

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 WZF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WZF, 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 WZF registered?

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

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The MOT history for SM08 WZF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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