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YC08 ZWM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

107,073 mi
Last recorded107,073 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 ZWM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 107,073 miles

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2026 107,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall tread close to cords on edges 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 103,414 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2025 103,414 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 99,636 miles

Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Aug 2024 99,636 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner brake surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 94,601 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 91,303 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 91,245 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 87,893 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged to be replace (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 87,893 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged to be replace (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 84,443 miles

Offside Front SHOCK ABSORBER MIGHT NEED TO BE REPLACE SOON

REAR HANDBRAKE TO BE ADJUSTED FOR NEXT YEAR

Pass 4 Mar 2019 79,645 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 75,554 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 71,216 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer shoulder worn

Fail 17 Mar 2017 71,185 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre outer shoulder worn

Pass 11 Mar 2016 65,126 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 58,879 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 50,843 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,592 miles

Exhaust back box clamp adrift, system still secure

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 34,512 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,955 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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YC08 ZWM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel 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 YC08 ZWM, 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 YC08 ZWM registered?

YC08 ZWM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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