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YE08 VXR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,556 mi
Last recorded120,556 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 VXR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 120,556 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside cv boot clip missing

Nearside front top mount noisy

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 112,441 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 103,408 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 96,835 miles

exhaust manifold heatshield loose

Fail 28 May 2019 96,791 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust manifold heatshield loose

Pass 12 Jun 2018 89,520 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 May 2018 89,519 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body component insecure door trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 76,256 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 May 2016 63,667 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 63,667 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 55,085 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 47,147 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 39,547 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 31,226 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 23,132 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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YE08 VXR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE08 VXR, 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 YE08 VXR registered?

YE08 VXR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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