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FT53 CAO

2004 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2015
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

64,050 mi
Last recorded64,050 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Citroen Saxo50,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 CAO
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 64,050 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 64,050 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 24 May 2013 60,196 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brakes poor

small cracks both rear tyres

Fail 24 May 2013 60,198 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brakes poor

small cracks both rear tyres

Pass 23 May 2012 56,455 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 56,373 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

battery insecure

Pass 13 May 2011 54,027 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 53,981 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 50,566 miles

nearside front tyre cracked

rear tyres cracked

Fail 4 May 2010 50,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside front tyre cracked

rear tyres cracked

Fail 16 Mar 2009 48,223 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 48,223 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 46,188 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 46,188 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 35,354 miles

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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FT53 CAO is a 2004 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 FT53 CAO, 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 FT53 CAO registered?

FT53 CAO is a 2004 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 7 February 2004.

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