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BG03 FVD

2003 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,522 mi
Last recorded46,522 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 FVD
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 46,522 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 39,156 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 28,166 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 25,205 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Mar 2018 25,205 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to binding brakes (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement Both rear brakes stuck on / binding (3.5.1k)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 24,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 22,957 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 21,532 miles

O/S/F CALIPER SLIDERS STICKING.

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 19,966 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,716 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 18,425 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 18,425 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 18,264 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 17,625 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,501 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 14,277 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 11,658 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 8,940 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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BG03 FVD is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BG03 FVD, 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 BG03 FVD registered?

BG03 FVD is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BG03 FVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 FVD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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