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SW08 FZM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,528 mi
Last recorded86,528 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 FZM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2022 86,528 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 86,421 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 78,271 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 78,149 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 68,012 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 61,376 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Advise heat shield over turbo loose

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

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

Oil leak At engine ()

Pass 29 Jul 2016 52,636 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 44,769 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2015 44,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 36,368 miles

advise cracks on rear tyres

Fail 1 Jul 2014 36,352 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise cracks on rear tyres

Pass 27 Jun 2013 27,902 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 23,336 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 17,309 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 12,419 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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SW08 FZM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SW08 FZM, 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 SW08 FZM registered?

SW08 FZM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is SW08 FZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 FZM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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