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YK08 UXZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,164 mi
Last recorded115,164 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 UXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 115,164 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 115,164 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 108,856 miles

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

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 98,598 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 98,598 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 91,322 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 78,707 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 69,113 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 53,114 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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YK08 UXZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YK08 UXZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK08 UXZ registered?

YK08 UXZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YK08 UXZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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