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WF08 FXL

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,466 mi
Last recorded61,466 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 FXL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 61,466 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to rear beam mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to rear beam mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 60,151 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 58,957 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 57,720 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 57,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2020 56,853 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 55,546 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 54,043 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 52,916 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 50,587 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 50,587 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 44,823 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 44,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 37,794 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise n/s/f cracks in tread

Fail 20 Mar 2014 37,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise n/s/f cracks in tread

Pass 13 Mar 2013 31,577 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 26,274 miles

backbox strap corroded, secure at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2011 20,972 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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WF08 FXL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WF08 FXL, 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 WF08 FXL registered?

WF08 FXL is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WF08 FXL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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