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ST08 NVJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

117,289 mi
Last recorded117,289 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 NVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 117,289 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 117,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 106,497 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 94,842 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/r lamp lens cracked

Pass 23 Jun 2014 91,069 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 91,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 79,406 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 79,406 miles

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 May 2012 68,263 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 54,044 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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ST08 NVJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel 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 ST08 NVJ, 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 ST08 NVJ registered?

ST08 NVJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is ST08 NVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 NVJ 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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