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WR08 ZZE

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,938 mi
Last recorded114,938 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 ZZE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 114,938 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyres worn slightly on edges

Fail 22 Aug 2019 114,938 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyres worn slightly on edges

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 110,469 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outter sill weak / starting to rust (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured new req soon (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside headlight mounting cracked

Offside Front Inner wheel arch liner damaged

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill weak / starting to rust (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamp insecure (6.1.2 (a))

3 snow type tyres fitted

Fail 5 Jun 2018 110,469 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outter sill weak / starting to rust (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured new req soon (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside headlight mounting cracked

Offside Front Inner wheel arch liner damaged

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill weak / starting to rust (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamp insecure (6.1.2 (a))

3 snow type tyres fitted

Pass 19 May 2017 96,742 miles

Front tyres low on both edges

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

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint pipe / switch damp (2.3.3b)

Offside Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 20 May 2016 80,988 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tread

bonnet has damage

items removed from screen

Fail 18 May 2016 80,988 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting / strap broken ( exhaust only held up by 1 x rubber mounting) (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear nail in tread

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

bonnet has damage

items removed from screen

Pass 22 May 2015 64,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 May 2014 44,399 miles

rear exhaust silencer securing strap corroded and incomplete

Pass 15 May 2013 31,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre badley cracked

rear exhaust strap / clamp very rusty

Fail 15 May 2013 31,954 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside rear tyre badley cracked

rear exhaust strap / clamp very rusty

Pass 17 May 2012 24,833 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,396 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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WR08 ZZE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol 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 WR08 ZZE, 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 WR08 ZZE registered?

WR08 ZZE is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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