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SO08 LZV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

90,408 mi
Last recorded90,408 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 LZV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 90,408 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 80,782 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 67,498 miles

exhaust back box mounting band corroded(system still secure)

Fail 7 Apr 2015 67,498 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust back box mounting band corroded(system still secure)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 54,751 miles

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated.still securly mounted.

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 54,065 miles

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

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

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated.still securly mounted.

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 40,822 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 34,374 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 34,374 miles

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

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

both front outer tyre sidewalls heavily scuffed/ kerbing

offside rear brake slow to release

Pass 6 Apr 2011 28,630 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 28,630 miles

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

front brake pads getting low

front discs heavily lipped

front heat shield insecure

nearside rear tyre cracking on side wall

offside rear tyre distorted

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 LZV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SO08 LZV, 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

How do I check the history of SO08 LZV?

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What year was SO08 LZV registered?

SO08 LZV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is SO08 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 LZV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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