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WG08 XAS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,746 mi
Last recorded136,746 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XAS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 136,746 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 135,266 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 133,135 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 6 Sep 2022 133,135 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 130,330 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 130,319 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 127,861 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 123,982 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 118,433 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 111,676 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 101,956 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 90,925 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 80,257 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 80,257 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 67,785 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn on edges

offside front tyre worn out on inner edge

Pass 6 Sep 2012 53,190 miles

exhaust backbox strap corroded

Fail 7 Sep 2011 36,238 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 36,238 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 XAS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel 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 WG08 XAS, 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

How do I check the history of WG08 XAS?

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What year was WG08 XAS registered?

WG08 XAS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 August 2008.

Is WG08 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 XAS 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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