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WF08 NYW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,293 mi
Last recorded60,293 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 NYW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 60,293 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 60,292 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 57,625 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly rusty (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 54,937 miles

Rear exhaust silencer bracket corroded/deteriorated.

Pass 25 Feb 2019 52,588 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 28 Feb 2018 49,787 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

exhaust backbox strap snapped

Pass 27 Feb 2017 46,419 miles

Rear Exhaust bracket deteriorated

Unable to check nearside and centre second row and both third row seat belts as seats not fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2016 43,063 miles

Rear exhaust strap repaired and secure

Pass 19 Mar 2015 39,580 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

both rear tyres perished

exhaust backbox strap fractured. temporary repair in place

Pass 20 Mar 2014 35,605 miles

Exhaust backbox strap snapped but temporary repair already done

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Mar 2013 31,528 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 26,853 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 20,356 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 NYW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WF08 NYW, 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 NYW registered?

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

Is WF08 NYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 NYW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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