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SO08 DYP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,564 mi
Last recorded79,564 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 DYP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 79,564 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 80,762 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 72,782 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 72,782 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 66,692 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 66,692 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 54,268 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 42,864 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,569 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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SO08 DYP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc petrol 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 SO08 DYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO08 DYP registered?

SO08 DYP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is SO08 DYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 DYP 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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