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G696 XHW

1990 Citroen Ax

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,219 mi
Last recorded52,219 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1990 Citroen Ax77,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG696 XHW
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 May 2015 52,219 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 52,205 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 52,011 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,873 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 51,340 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 51,536 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 51,316 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 50,904 miles

slight cracking ono/s/r tyre

Pass 5 Jun 2008 50,462 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 50,005 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 48,737 miles

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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G696 XHW is a 1990 Citroen Ax in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1990 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 77,345 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G696 XHW, 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 36 years old, this Citroen Ax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G696 XHW registered?

G696 XHW is a 1990 Citroen Ax, first registered on 31 May 1990.

Is G696 XHW safe to buy?

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