MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
114,160 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
engine exhaust heat shield insecure
under trays fitted preventing full inspection
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
engine exhaust heat shield insecure
under trays fitted preventing full inspection
engine undertray insecure
both front tyres and o/s/rear have cracks in outer sidewall
Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
both front tyres and o/s/rear have cracks in outer sidewall
engine undertray insecure
Front brake discs slightly worn
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread
Front brake discs slightly worn
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
nearside front tyre worn outer edge and outer sidewall slight damage
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
nearside front tyre worn outer edge and outer sidewall slight damage
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
both front brake disc's slightly worn
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
offside tyre starting to deteriorate
How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?
Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VA08 CXR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 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 VA08 CXR, 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 VA08 CXR registered?
VA08 CXR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 August 2008.
Is VA08 CXR safe to buy?
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