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Citroën Xsara

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

S8 RBWMOT history

S8 RBW is a red diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

S8 RBW red Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
94,631 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 RBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 RBW was last recorded at 94,631 miles on 6 May 2026, 3,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,279 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,352 miles
Average per year
5,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,631 miles
  • 2025 – 91,279 miles
  • 2024 – 87,650 miles
  • 2023 – 80,506 miles
  • 2022 – 72,128 miles
  • 2021 – 67,012 miles
  • 2020 – 65,937 miles
  • 2019 – 62,745 miles
  • 2018 – 58,706 miles
  • 2017 – 54,206 miles
  • 2016 – 47,292 miles
  • 2015 – 42,141 miles
  • 2014 – 36,667 miles
  • 2013 – 28,488 miles
  • 2012 – 23,104 miles
  • 2011 – 18,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,631 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Just met requirements

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2+mm. Worn off on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,631 miles (+3,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    94,631 miles
    Test number
    709274674529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass91,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    91,279 miles
    Test number
    562373005685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail91,279 miles (+3,629)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,279 miles
    Test number
    816213867314
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass87,650 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,650 miles
    Test number
    692430015194
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail87,650 miles (+7,144)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,650 miles
    Test number
    139028055582
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed exposed ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,506 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,506 miles
    Test number
    945799502352
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Just met requirements (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2+mm. Worn off on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail80,504 miles (+8,376)1 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,504 miles
    Test number
    792908507500
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Just met requirements (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2+mm. Worn off on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass72,128 miles (+5,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    72,128 miles
    Test number
    612829915919
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass67,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    67,012 miles
    Test number
    207625374826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,009 miles (+1,072)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,009 miles
    Test number
    794809072617
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

  11. Pass65,937 miles (+3,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,937 miles
    Test number
    274178314418
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Exhaust mounting defective Rubber split (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass62,745 miles (+4,039)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,745 miles
    Test number
    205969923995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,706 miles (+4,500)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    58,706 miles
    Test number
    341374077510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,206 miles (+6,914)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,206 miles
    Test number
    781372020710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,292 miles (+5,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    47,292 miles
    Test number
    818770743270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre perrished and not suitable

  16. Pass42,141 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    42,141 miles
    Test number
    579269615080
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail42,118 miles (+5,451)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,118 miles
    Test number
    589719105072
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass36,667 miles (+8,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,667 miles
    Test number
    185570814474
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass28,488 miles (+5,384)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    28,488 miles
    Test number
    858820913097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust backbox strap snapped, temporary repair in place

  20. Pass23,104 miles (+4,710)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    23,104 miles
    Test number
    256531642080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,394 miles
    Test number
    567908661031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 RBW

Does S8 RBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 RBW is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 RBW?
The MOT on S8 RBW is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 RBW done?
S8 RBW was recorded at 94,631 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 5,029 miles a year.
Has S8 RBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 RBW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 RBW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S8 RBW find?
S8 RBW passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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