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E218 HKV

1987 Citroen Ax

Blue Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

103,170 mi
Last recorded103,170 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2005
Typical for 1987 Citroen Ax57,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE218 HKV
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Sep 2005 103,170 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Citroen Ax?

Based on 349,985 MOT tests across 70,119 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
3,718
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
70,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 29,403
constant velocity joint gaiter split 24,210
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,047
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21,801
Headlamp insecure 19,925
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E218 HKV is a 1987 Citroen Ax in Blue with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1987 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 57,162 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 Ax fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 29,403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E218 HKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Ax typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 39 years old, this Citroen Ax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E218 HKV?

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What year was E218 HKV registered?

E218 HKV is a 1987 Citroen Ax, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E218 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E218 HKV shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E218 HKV have outstanding finance?

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