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WV08 BSX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,394 mi
Last recorded145,394 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 BSX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 145,394 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 139,879 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 134,049 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2018 133,978 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Front Tyres wearing on edges

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Feb 2017 123,078 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 113,595 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 102,864 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 92,815 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 92,815 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

undertray loose

Pass 8 Feb 2013 82,259 miles

Rear exhaust support has a temp repair.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 73,151 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Feb 2011 61,836 miles

both front tyres and offside rear tyre starting to wear

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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WV08 BSX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WV08 BSX, 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 WV08 BSX registered?

WV08 BSX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WV08 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 BSX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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