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AR159GV

1997 Citroen Saxo

Blue Diesel 1527cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

128,776 mi
Last recorded128,776 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Citroen Saxo80,635 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR159GV
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,527cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2008 128,776 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 128,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AR159GV is a 1997 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,527cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 80,635 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AR159GV, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AR159GV registered?

AR159GV is a 1997 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is AR159GV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR159GV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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