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AK53 NVB

2003 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

103,310 mi
Last recorded103,310 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 NVB
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 103,310 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 103,310 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 98,468 miles

Oil leak ()

Central Exhaust mount rubber deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Fail 4 May 2017 98,468 miles

Central Exhaust mount rubber deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 81,707 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 81,707 miles

Headlamp aim too low near side (1.8)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 76,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 76,820 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 68,978 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 68,987 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 61,519 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 55,498 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 51,498 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 47,320 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 42,350 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 42,350 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 36,833 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 36,833 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 24,588 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread and wearing around edges

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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AK53 NVB is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 55,198 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 Saxo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 130,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK53 NVB, 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 23 years old, this Citroen Saxo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 NVB registered?

AK53 NVB is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is AK53 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 NVB shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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