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H238 YMB

1991 Citroen Ax

White Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,048 mi
Last recorded5,048 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Citroen Ax79,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH238 YMB
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 5,048 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 5,044 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 5,037 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 5,020 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 5,016 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 5,013 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 5,012 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 5,011 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 5,010 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 5,007 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 5,005 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 5,001 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 4,952 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 4,952 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 4,949 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 4,944 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 4,942 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 4,934 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 4,934 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 4,925 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 4,890 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 4,890 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 4,888 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 4,884 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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H238 YMB is a 1991 Citroen Ax in White with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 79,414 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 H238 YMB, 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 35 years old, this Citroen Ax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H238 YMB registered?

H238 YMB is a 1991 Citroen Ax, first registered on 18 January 1991.

Is H238 YMB safe to buy?

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