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AP51 PVV

2001 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,506 mi
Last recorded66,506 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Citroen Saxo64,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 PVV
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 66,506 miles

front to rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2012 59,964 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all four tyres cracking in treads,recommend replacement.

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 16 Feb 2011 52,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 46,237 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2009 45,519 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 45,519 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 36,175 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 31,912 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 24,774 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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AP51 PVV is a 2001 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 64,071 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 AP51 PVV, 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 25 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP51 PVV registered?

AP51 PVV is a 2001 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is AP51 PVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 PVV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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