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G298 VAR

1989 Citroen Ax

Black Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,243 mi
Last recorded56,243 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1989 Citroen Ax72,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG298 VAR
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2010 56,243 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter missing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 52,570 miles

nearside rear tyre has been run flat and damaged sidewall

offside rear tyre sidewall starting to crack

Fail 18 Jun 2009 52,570 miles

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)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

nearside rear tyre has been run flat and damaged sidewall

offside rear tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 20 Jun 2008 48,609 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 48,603 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 44,687 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 43,991 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 43,992 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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G298 VAR is a 1989 Citroen Ax in Black with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G298 VAR, 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 G298 VAR registered?

G298 VAR is a 1989 Citroen Ax, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is G298 VAR safe to buy?

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