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AV53 OHY

2003 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

47,472 mi
Last recorded47,472 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 OHY
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 47,472 miles

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

rear wiper blade split

Pass 14 Jun 2012 39,514 miles

brakes require inspection

Fail 14 Jun 2012 39,514 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brakes require inspection

Pass 24 Apr 2010 39,422 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 39,213 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 39,213 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 38,411 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 38,411 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 37,217 miles

see checklist 495717

Fail 21 Sep 2007 37,217 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 451,639 miles

c/l 451639

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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AV53 OHY is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 55,198 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 AV53 OHY, 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 23 years old, this Citroen Saxo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV53 OHY?

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What year was AV53 OHY registered?

AV53 OHY is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is AV53 OHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 OHY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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