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A8 SXO

1999 Citroen Saxo

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,979 mi
Last recorded42,979 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Citroen Saxo71,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 SXO
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2012 42,979 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 37,257 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 37,257 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front seats slightly insecure

o/s/f tyre low in pressure

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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A8 SXO is a 1999 Citroen Saxo in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 71,570 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 A8 SXO, 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 27 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 SXO registered?

A8 SXO is a 1999 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is A8 SXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 SXO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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