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SY08 WEX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,606 mi
Last recorded146,606 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 WEX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 146,606 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 140,735 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 133,915 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 127,104 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 120,040 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 114,703 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 105,233 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 95,087 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 81,912 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 81,912 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 68,321 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 68,316 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2014 55,367 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 52,135 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 45,255 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 45,255 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 39,503 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 31,482 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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SY08 WEX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SY08 WEX, 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 SY08 WEX registered?

SY08 WEX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SY08 WEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 WEX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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