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AX51 EFB

2001 Citroen Saxo

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

97,621 mi
Last recorded97,621 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Citroen Saxo64,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 EFB
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 97,621 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 97,616 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 90,614 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside rear number plate light dim

Fail 27 Feb 2013 90,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside rear number plate light dim

Pass 27 Feb 2012 84,100 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise front wipers

front discs worn

Fail 23 Feb 2012 84,100 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise front wipers

front discs worn

Pass 2 Mar 2011 79,682 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 79,682 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

some wear to both front brake discs

Pass 2 Feb 2010 77,087 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 77,085 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 72,910 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 72,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 68,052 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 57,801 miles

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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AX51 EFB is a 2001 Citroen Saxo in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 AX51 EFB, 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.

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AX51 EFB is a 2001 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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