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BG53 LGJ

2003 Citroen Saxo

Silver Diesel 1527cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

64,532 mi
Last recorded64,532 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 LGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,527cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 64,532 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 48,076 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 34,498 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 29,606 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

Fail 17 Sep 2015 29,606 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)

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

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 6 Oct 2014 26,534 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to offside rear seat

Fail 26 Sep 2014 26,487 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

child seat fitted to offside rear seat

Pass 19 Sep 2013 24,757 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

child seat fitted to offside rear seat

Fail 19 Sep 2013 24,757 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

child seat fitted to offside rear seat

Pass 28 Sep 2012 22,817 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 20,450 miles

2x rear seat belts not checked-child seats fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2011 20,450 miles

2x rear seat belts not checked-child seats fitted

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 18,122 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 16,331 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 16,331 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 15,328 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 14,107 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 12,496 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 LGJ is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Silver with a 1,527cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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

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