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FT53 HDU

2004 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,758 mi
Last recorded86,758 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Citroen Saxo50,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 HDU
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 86,758 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

engine management light on

front coil springs corroding

Pass 22 Jan 2013 79,121 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

battery insecure

Fail 15 Jan 2013 79,013 miles

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

battery insecure

engine management light

Pass 19 Jan 2012 70,469 miles

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

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

all brake pipes heavily greased not allowing full inspection

Pass 31 Jan 2011 61,316 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 52,469 miles

34% rear brake imbalance

air bag light on

Fail 28 Jan 2010 52,382 miles

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

34% rear brake imbalance

air bag light on

Pass 31 Jan 2009 44,185 miles

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

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

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

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

rear radius arms stiff in operation

Pass 19 Jan 2008 35,391 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 26,364 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2007 26,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 HDU is a 2004 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT53 HDU registered?

FT53 HDU is a 2004 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 10 February 2004.

Is FT53 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT53 HDU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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