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G243 SDV

1989 Citroen Ax

Grey Diesel 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

110,496 mi
Last recorded110,496 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2006
Typical for 1989 Citroen Ax72,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG243 SDV
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2006 110,496 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2006 110,496 miles

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 2 Dec 2005 110,465 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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G243 SDV is a 1989 Citroen Ax in Grey with a 1,360cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G243 SDV, 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 G243 SDV registered?

G243 SDV is a 1989 Citroen Ax, first registered on 11 October 1989.

Is G243 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G243 SDV shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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