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E427 LEW

1987 Citroen Ax

White Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

38,322 mi
Last recorded38,322 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1987 Citroen Ax57,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE427 LEW
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 38,322 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 37,448 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 3 Nov 2010 37,015 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 37,015 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 36,590 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 36,590 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 36,158 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 27 Oct 2008 36,158 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 7 Nov 2007 35,715 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 35,715 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 35,260 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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E427 LEW is a 1987 Citroen Ax in White with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E427 LEW, 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.

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What year was E427 LEW registered?

E427 LEW is a 1987 Citroen Ax, first registered on 30 November 1987.

Is E427 LEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E427 LEW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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