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H817 XHX

1990 Citroen Ax

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

64,844 mi
Last recorded64,844 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Citroen Ax77,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH817 XHX
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 64,844 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 64,670 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 64,434 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 63,812 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 60,346 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 59,852 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 59,237 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 58,491 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 57,522 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 56,395 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 54,864 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 53,209 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 51,874 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 49,822 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 48,066 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 46,936 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 46,934 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 45,819 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 44,345 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 42,962 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 42,962 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 41,678 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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H817 XHX is a 1990 Citroen Ax in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 H817 XHX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H817 XHX?

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What year was H817 XHX registered?

H817 XHX is a 1990 Citroen Ax, first registered on 31 August 1990.

Is H817 XHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H817 XHX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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