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WM08 UKS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

74,570 mi
Last recorded74,570 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 UKS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 74,570 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 73,838 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 72,919 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 72,349 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 71,416 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2022 71,416 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 69,845 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 69,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 64,826 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 64,826 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2019 63,693 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front tyre wearing edges

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear outer sill damaged/deformed

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

rear exhaust box hanger/clamp broken, attention advised

Fail 31 Dec 2019 63,693 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre wearing edges

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear outer sill damaged/deformed

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

rear exhaust box hanger/clamp broken, attention advised

Pass 6 Dec 2018 56,216 miles

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

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Fail 26 Nov 2018 56,216 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 17 Nov 2017 39,099 miles

Rear silencer strap corroded

Pass 5 Oct 2016 23,421 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE PERISHED AND CRACKED ON SIDEWALL AND ACROSS TREAD

Offside Front TYRE PERISHED AND CRACKED ON SIDEWALL AND ACROSS TREAD

Fail 5 Oct 2016 23,421 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/65/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front TYRE PERISHED AND CRACKED ON SIDEWALL AND ACROSS TREAD

Nearside Rear TYRE PERISHED AND CRACKED ON SIDEWALL AND ACROSS TREAD

Pass 12 Oct 2015 21,666 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 20,141 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 18,276 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 15,075 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 12,624 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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WM08 UKS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WM08 UKS, 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 WM08 UKS registered?

WM08 UKS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is WM08 UKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 UKS shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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