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BD53 HTE

2003 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,690 mi
Last recorded83,690 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 HTE
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 83,690 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 83,679 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2016 75,410 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 71,406 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2015 71,404 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 66,879 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 62,203 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 62,181 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 23 May 2012 60,541 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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

engine management light on

Pass 23 May 2012 60,541 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine management light on

Pass 27 May 2011 58,024 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 58,024 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2010 55,461 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 55,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2009 51,672 miles
Fail 30 May 2009

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 May 2008 40,355 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 40,355 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 May 2007 29,062 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 17,150 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 17,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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BD53 HTE is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BD53 HTE, 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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BD53 HTE is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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