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BD03 DWM

2003 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

55,674 mi
Last recorded55,674 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 DWM
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 55,674 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has deep cracks in the tread but not deep enough to reach the cords.

Offside Rear tyre has deep cracks in the tread but not deep enough to reach the cords.

Rear exhaust badly corroded

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak from gear box area

severe oil leak from head gasket area

Pass 23 Apr 2015 52,047 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 51,757 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 48,133 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust corroded at rear

Fail 23 Apr 2014 48,094 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust corroded at rear

Pass 24 Apr 2013 45,426 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Apr 2013 45,426 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,421 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 42,396 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 40,019 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)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 40,013 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 34,875 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 30,822 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 30,822 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,651 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,896 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 16,455 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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BD03 DWM is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BD03 DWM, 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.

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What year was BD03 DWM registered?

BD03 DWM is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is BD03 DWM safe to buy?

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