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BG53 BCO

2003 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

47,077 mi
Last recorded47,077 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 BCO
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 47,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 39,999 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 39,307 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 38,676 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 37,184 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 34,774 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 32,345 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 30,451 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2011 30,438 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 28,064 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 24,759 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,474 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 23,949 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 19,591 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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BG53 BCO is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BG53 BCO, 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 BG53 BCO registered?

BG53 BCO is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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