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WG08 CXV

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

87,960 mi
Last recorded87,960 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 CXV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 87,960 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 85,495 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 85,493 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 82,166 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 82,164 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BOTH FRONT OUTER SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 77,741 miles

Nearside Rear rear tyre cacked

Offside Front tyre cracked

slight damage on nearside sill

Pass 15 Dec 2021 76,267 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 76,267 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 71,004 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

nearside rear outer sill damaged

Pass 7 Jun 2019 63,840 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer sill damaged

Fail 7 Jun 2019 63,835 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 6.5 m-1 and rising (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer sill damaged

Pass 15 Jun 2018 59,895 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Jun 2018 59,888 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Jun 2017 54,861 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Jun 2016 48,494 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of the adult seat

Pass 9 Jun 2015 43,656 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 43,656 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 38,091 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

smoke emissions high

Fail 17 Jun 2014 38,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

smoke emissions high

Pass 19 Jun 2013 33,049 miles

rear exhaust mounting strap rusted away.

Pass 19 Jun 2012 27,858 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 22,020 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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WG08 CXV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG08 CXV, 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 WG08 CXV registered?

WG08 CXV is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is WG08 CXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 CXV shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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