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AY52 OBD

2002 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,030 mi
Last recorded88,030 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Saxo59,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 OBD
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 88,030 miles

Oil leak ()

offside rear tyre has wear to the inner edge

Fail 2 Mar 2017 88,015 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective bonnet safty catch (8.4.2)

Indicator switch faulty does not work to the nearside (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside and nearside wipers split (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak ()

offside front tyre worn on edges, also cracked and perished

Pass 7 Mar 2016 73,327 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 73,115 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 69,322 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 65,169 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 60,718 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 55,470 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 51,053 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 51,053 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 46,732 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 46,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 42,360 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 36,320 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 30,214 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 23,393 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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AY52 OBD is a 2002 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AY52 OBD, 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

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What year was AY52 OBD registered?

AY52 OBD is a 2002 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 14 September 2002.

Is AY52 OBD safe to buy?

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