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WG08 XAE

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

125,381 mi
Last recorded125,381 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XAE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 125,381 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 125,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 119,188 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2023 119,186 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 112,080 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 112,078 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking Pressure sensor area (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 105,291 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 ()

Offside Rear Tyre build date 11/08

Fail 16 Aug 2021 105,289 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre build date 11/08

Pass 30 Jul 2020 98,416 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2020 98,414 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 91,354 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer door sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 91,312 miles

Power steering ram leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer door sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 84,236 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 84,236 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 76,631 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 67,212 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 67,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 53,272 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 53,254 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 43,533 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre has kerb damage, however no cords showing

Fail 28 Jul 2014 43,505 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre has kerb damage, however no cords showing

Pass 16 Jul 2013 33,851 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 26,653 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 18,490 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 18,490 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 XAE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 XAE, 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 XAE registered?

WG08 XAE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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