MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
162,171 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Left hand drive headlights kick-up covered
Slight damage to nearside brakelight lens
rear view mirror insecure
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Slight damage to nearside brakelight lens
rear view mirror insecure
How Reliable is the Citroen Ax?
Based on 349,985 MOT tests across 70,119 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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42-12-EL is a 1990 Citroen Ax in Blue with a 1,360cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1990 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 77,345 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 Ax fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 29,403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 42-12-EL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Citroen Ax typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Citroen Ax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 42-12-EL?
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What year was 42-12-EL registered?
42-12-EL is a 1990 Citroen Ax, first registered on 1 January 1990.
Is 42-12-EL safe to buy?
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Does 42-12-EL have outstanding finance?
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