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AP02 SYZ

2002 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,822 mi
Last recorded94,822 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen Saxo59,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 SYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 94,822 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 87,236 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 80,836 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 72,895 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 68,045 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 63,212 miles

Both rear tyres beginning to perish

Fail 14 Sep 2010 63,212 miles

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

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

Both rear tyres beginning to perish

Pass 21 Sep 2009 53,735 miles

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

off side wiper blade rubber slightly split

Pass 16 Sep 2008 48,244 miles

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

n/s/r tyre inner wall has been catching something

Fail 14 Sep 2007 41,925 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 41,925 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 33,631 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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AP02 SYZ is a 2002 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AP02 SYZ, 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.

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What year was AP02 SYZ registered?

AP02 SYZ is a 2002 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 21 August 2002.

Is AP02 SYZ safe to buy?

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