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A10 TBK

1997 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,660 mi
Last recorded104,660 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Citroen Saxo80,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 TBK
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2011 104,660 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pipes covered in thick underseal

n/s/f inner steering has slight play

Fail 21 Mar 2011 104,660 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pipes covered in thick underseal

n/s/f inner steering has slight play

Pass 1 Apr 2010 99,028 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 93,598 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 87,529 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 81,125 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 74,226 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 74,226 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic covers fitted to sills

How Reliable is the Citroen Saxo?

Based on 2,458,128 MOT tests across 232,210 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
5,451
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
232,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 130,935
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 110,806
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99,144
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 98,726
brake recording little or no effort 96,052
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A10 TBK is a 1997 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 80,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Saxo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 130,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A10 TBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Saxo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A10 TBK registered?

A10 TBK is a 1997 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is A10 TBK safe to buy?

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