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AU52 DWN

2002 Citroen Saxo

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,694 mi
Last recorded58,694 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen Saxo59,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 DWN
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 58,694 miles

damage to front of vehicle

poor image on headlamps

Pass 18 Nov 2014 56,693 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

accident damage to front of vehicle

Pass 22 Oct 2013 54,864 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

rear exhaust box rusted

Pass 25 Oct 2012 53,966 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 53,966 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 51,804 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Fail 27 Oct 2011 51,804 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 46,874 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 40,207 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 36,217 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 36,215 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 26 Oct 2007 33,398 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 29,346 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 29,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AU52 DWN is a 2002 Citroen Saxo in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AU52 DWN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU52 DWN?

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What year was AU52 DWN registered?

AU52 DWN is a 2002 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is AU52 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 DWN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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