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FBN 84

1996 Citroen Ax

Blue Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

60,499 mi
Last recorded60,499 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Citroen Ax72,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBN 84
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 60,499 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 59,366 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 59,362 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 58,478 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 57,250 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 56,432 miles

Nearside Rear Lower sill surface rust

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 55,356 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 53,662 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 52,329 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 50,421 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 48,832 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 47,342 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 46,051 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 44,075 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 44,075 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 41,682 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 39,660 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 36,986 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 36,984 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 34,239 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 32,112 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 30,001 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2006 28,488 miles

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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FBN 84 is a 1996 Citroen Ax in Blue with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1996 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 72,184 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 FBN 84, 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 30 years old, this Citroen Ax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FBN 84 registered?

FBN 84 is a 1996 Citroen Ax, first registered on 29 January 1996.

Is FBN 84 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBN 84 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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