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SV08 EHY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,782 mi
Last recorded103,782 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 EHY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 103,782 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

gearbox has oil leak

Fail 9 May 2017 103,766 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

gearbox has oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2016 68,097 miles

Both front brake discs slightly corroded

Both front tyres slightly perished

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 59,268 miles

Both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 18 Mar 2014 51,525 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 44,495 miles

centre rear seat removed

Pass 26 Mar 2012 36,658 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 29,016 miles

front discs worn thin

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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SV08 EHY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SV08 EHY, 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 SV08 EHY registered?

SV08 EHY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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