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FM53 TVV

2004 Citroen Saxo

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

78,811 mi
Last recorded78,811 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Citroen Saxo50,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 TVV
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 78,811 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 78,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 31 May 2013 66,928 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 66,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 4 May 2012 61,406 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 53,238 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 47,228 miles

offside rear brake performance borderline.

Fail 26 May 2010

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear brake performance borderline.

Pass 28 May 2009 40,198 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 40,198 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 31,176 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 16,885 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 16,885 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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FM53 TVV is a 2004 Citroen Saxo in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 50,150 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 Saxo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 130,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM53 TVV, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Saxo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM53 TVV registered?

FM53 TVV is a 2004 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 29 February 2004.

Is FM53 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 TVV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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