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YX08 RNY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

131,740 mi
Last recorded131,740 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 RNY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 131,740 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 131,740 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 112,030 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 97,844 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 82,736 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 82,736 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 65,504 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 65,472 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 47,440 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

ex mounting corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2011 28,913 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 28,899 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YX08 RNY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YX08 RNY, 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 YX08 RNY registered?

YX08 RNY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is YX08 RNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 RNY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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