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F178 PPJ

1989 Citroen Ax

Red Diesel 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,314 mi
Last recorded129,314 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2008
Typical for 1989 Citroen Ax72,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF178 PPJ
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2008 129,314 miles

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

underneath general corrsion

Pass 12 Apr 2006 123,297 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.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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F178 PPJ is a 1989 Citroen Ax in Red with a 1,360cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 72,568 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 F178 PPJ, 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 37 years old, this Citroen Ax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F178 PPJ registered?

F178 PPJ is a 1989 Citroen Ax, first registered on 23 February 1989.

Is F178 PPJ safe to buy?

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