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YX08 SVS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,155 mi
Last recorded38,155 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 SVS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 38,155 miles

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 12 Feb 2025 37,432 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 36,352 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 35,591 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 35,590 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 34,815 miles

Front brake disc corroded

front window screen stone chip

sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 8 Feb 2021 34,277 miles

surfauce corrosion both outer sills , getting thin

tail gate outer handel trim loose

Pass 17 Feb 2020 33,494 miles

both outer sills showing signs of corrosion ,

Pass 7 Feb 2019 30,887 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 28,705 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 28,703 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 26,763 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 26,763 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 25,409 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 25,409 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 22,392 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 19,559 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 17,574 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 13,809 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 9,321 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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YX08 SVS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YX08 SVS, 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

How do I check the history of YX08 SVS?

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What year was YX08 SVS registered?

YX08 SVS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YX08 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 SVS shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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