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WP08 NLG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

124,316 mi
Last recorded124,316 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 NLG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 124,316 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2019 124,316 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 118,189 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 110,400 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside/Offside (2.4.G.2)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Small noise from wheel

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

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jul 2016 99,911 miles

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)

Fail 30 Jul 2016 99,911 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Rear box (7.1.1)

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2015 84,895 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 84,895 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 75,151 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 75,147 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2013 61,476 miles

Oil leak

rear section exhaust strap broken but still supported

Pass 25 Jun 2012 50,634 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 36,662 miles

Exhaust rear hanger deteriorated

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

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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WP08 NLG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WP08 NLG, 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 WP08 NLG registered?

WP08 NLG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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