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VE08 LGY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,694 mi
Last recorded93,694 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 LGY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 93,694 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 81,700 miles

both rear tyres starting to get low.

rear exhaust box hanger broken but system still supported.

Pass 17 Feb 2017 70,219 miles

Offside Rear TYRE VERY CLOSE TO MARKERS

Fail 17 Feb 2017 70,219 miles

Offside Rear TYRE VERY CLOSE TO MARKERS

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 57,309 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low.

both front tyres worn on edges.

rear exhaust box strap broken, system still supported.

Fail 29 Jan 2015 50,516 miles

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

rear exhaust strap corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2015 50,516 miles

rear exhaust strap corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2014 41,841 miles

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

front brake discs lipping

Fail 17 Feb 2014 41,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

front brake discs lipping

Pass 11 Feb 2013 33,951 miles

30% front brake pads left

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Sep 2011 24,168 miles

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

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

both front and nearside rear tyes cracked

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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VE08 LGY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VE08 LGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE08 LGY?

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What year was VE08 LGY registered?

VE08 LGY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is VE08 LGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 LGY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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