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WF08 XDW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

179,746 mi
Last recorded179,746 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2024 179,746 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 172,934 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 172,934 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively bot (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front fog lamp missing

Pass 20 Apr 2022 169,334 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 167,316 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 165,087 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 159,396 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 150,881 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 144,127 miles

boot full

Fail 22 Mar 2017 144,127 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

boot full

Pass 15 Apr 2016 137,171 miles

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

only just passed smoke test

Pass 20 Mar 2015 125,344 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 118,922 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 103,294 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 87,835 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 65,712 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 XDW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XDW, 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

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What year was WF08 XDW registered?

WF08 XDW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is WF08 XDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 XDW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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