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BJ53 FHN

2003 Citroen Saxo

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,523 mi
Last recorded93,523 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 FHN
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2012 93,523 miles

Oil leak

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

all suspension bush(s) slightly deteriorated

under vehicle all prescribed area and all suspension/steering/braking components

Pass 27 Aug 2011 87,856 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 70,224 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 46,946 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2009 46,789 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2008 30,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 30,430 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 24,689 miles

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm slightly worn (2.4.G.1)

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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BJ53 FHN is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ53 FHN, 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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BJ53 FHN is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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