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AO03 EXG

2003 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

55,368 mi
Last recorded55,368 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 EXG
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 55,368 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 54,199 miles

Drivers seat slightly insecure

Fail 28 Apr 2021 54,197 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Drivers seat slightly insecure

Pass 8 Jan 2020 54,193 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 51,493 miles

Damage to O/S/R of vehicle

Front springs slightly corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight movement in drivers seat

Fail 19 Feb 2019 51,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Damage to O/S/R of vehicle

Front springs slightly corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 42,269 miles

o/s ns/ rear indicator bulbs ,deteriorating in colour

rear wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 18 Nov 2016 35,583 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 35,582 miles

Fuel system component insecure fuel filter (7.2.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside mirror missing

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 29,835 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 29,835 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 26,747 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 17,062 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 16,423 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 15,569 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 14,491 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 14,388 miles

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 13,100 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 11,789 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 9,671 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 7,897 miles

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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AO03 EXG is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AO03 EXG, 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.

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What year was AO03 EXG registered?

AO03 EXG is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 29 March 2003.

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