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WJ08 YFH

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,853 mi
Last recorded78,853 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 YFH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 78,853 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 74,910 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 69,087 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 67,411 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

accident damage to vehicle body all round

Pass 13 Mar 2014 55,047 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

accident damage to nearside front of vehicle

Fail 13 Mar 2014 55,047 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

accident damage to nearside front of vehicle

Pass 8 Mar 2013 45,980 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

accident damage to nearside front of vehicle

rear exhaust strap corroded, but secure

Pass 9 Mar 2012 34,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2011 22,711 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 YFH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YFH, 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 WJ08 YFH registered?

WJ08 YFH is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is WJ08 YFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 YFH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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