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AP51 PXL

2001 Citroen Saxo

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,885 mi
Last recorded89,885 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Citroen Saxo64,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 PXL
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 89,885 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2014 89,885 miles

Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 75,886 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 75,884 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 66,268 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 66,268 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 58,157 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 50,696 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 50,696 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Fail 26 Nov 2009 43,917 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 43,917 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 36,521 miles

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON

Pass 22 Nov 2007 27,051 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 24,673 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 20,341 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 PXL is a 2001 Citroen Saxo in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP51 PXL registered?

AP51 PXL is a 2001 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is AP51 PXL safe to buy?

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