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SP08 NTL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,612 mi
Last recorded90,612 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 NTL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2023 90,612 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 87,532 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Multiple oil leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shockabsorbers (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 87,531 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to leaking N/S/R brake cylinder (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively Wiring loose rubbing on inner wheel (1.6 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive Multiple oil leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shockabsorbers (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 82,404 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Feb 2021 82,404 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rears corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 79,527 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2020 79,527 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 72,903 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 72,903 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 65,657 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 65,657 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located fouling inner wing (2.4.C.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jul 2017 62,875 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 56,231 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and o/s (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 49,545 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

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

centre exhaust deteriorated

Pass 17 Jul 2014 42,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

cracking in tread n/s & o/s rear tyres

Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,816 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 24,134 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,719 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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SP08 NTL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SP08 NTL, 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 SP08 NTL registered?

SP08 NTL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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