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AK52 RDU

2002 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,524 mi
Last recorded63,524 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2012
Typical for 2002 Citroen Saxo59,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 RDU
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2012 63,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 60,040 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 56,083 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

offside front wiper slightly damaged

Fail 14 Sep 2010 56,083 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

offside front wiper slightly damaged

Pass 17 Sep 2009 48,565 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 48,565 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 43,397 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 38,992 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 38,992 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 33,189 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

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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AK52 RDU is a 2002 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 59,169 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 AK52 RDU, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK52 RDU registered?

AK52 RDU is a 2002 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is AK52 RDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 RDU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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