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AP53 OBH

2004 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

51,510 mi
Last recorded51,510 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Citroen Saxo50,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 OBH
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 51,510 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 51,507 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure mounting rubber - missing (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 41,237 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe lambda sensor (7.1.2)

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 26 Jan 2016 38,381 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 36,197 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 33,504 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 33,504 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 31,069 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 28,627 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 28,627 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 26,036 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 23,594 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 21,023 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 21,014 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 18,486 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 14,839 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 14,839 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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AP53 OBH is a 2004 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 50,150 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 AP53 OBH, 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 22 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 AP53 OBH registered?

AP53 OBH is a 2004 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is AP53 OBH safe to buy?

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