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YS08 EXN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

97,441 mi
Last recorded97,441 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 EXN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 97,441 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Feb 2023 97,379 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Mar 2022 93,229 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 87,643 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2020 82,145 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2020 81,996 miles

Nearside 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))

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))

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 74,605 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 67,893 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

Fail 9 May 2018 67,893 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn 185/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer sill corroded

Pass 26 May 2017 60,539 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 May 2017 60,539 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front fog light broken

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 53,138 miles

Offside Front WORN ON INNER SHOULDER

Fail 24 May 2016 53,138 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front WORN ON INNER SHOULDER

Pass 27 May 2015 45,434 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 45,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 May 2014 38,816 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 32,727 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 26,470 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 20,295 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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YS08 EXN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YS08 EXN, 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 YS08 EXN registered?

YS08 EXN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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