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VO08 WMG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,982 mi
Last recorded98,982 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 WMG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 98,982 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2017 98,982 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 86,514 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2016 86,510 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 74,265 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 70,341 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 61,368 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 61,368 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 51,934 miles

rear exhaust strap broken

Pass 15 Feb 2012 40,833 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,796 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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VO08 WMG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel 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 VO08 WMG, 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 VO08 WMG registered?

VO08 WMG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VO08 WMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO08 WMG 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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