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WJ08 LVP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

34,532 mi
Last recorded34,532 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 LVP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 34,532 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 33,285 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 32,745 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 32,745 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 31,340 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 29,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement siezing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 29,029 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 28,404 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 28,404 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,084 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 27,207 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 26,272 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 26,272 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2015 25,224 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,224 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 19 Mar 2014 23,278 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 21,391 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 17,060 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 12,061 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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WJ08 LVP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WJ08 LVP, 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 WJ08 LVP registered?

WJ08 LVP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is WJ08 LVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 LVP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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