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HG04 UEV

2004 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,993 mi
Last recorded69,993 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Citroen Saxo50,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 UEV
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 69,993 miles

reversing light not working

Fail 24 Nov 2020 69,993 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

reversing light not working

Pass 24 May 2019 65,217 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2019 65,215 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 60,869 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 May 2018 60,842 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18 inch (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 13 May 2017 58,272 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 58,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 55,716 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 51,848 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 46,406 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wipers deteriorated and slightly split

Pass 17 Mar 2014 46,406 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

wipers deteriorated and slightly split

Pass 28 Mar 2013 39,599 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 39,599 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 35,275 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 28,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Service Indicator On

Pass 24 Mar 2010 23,926 miles

o/s/r light lens craked.

Pass 25 Mar 2009 18,900 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,102 miles

unable to check n/s/r seatbelt due to childs seat being fitted.

Fail 29 Mar 2008 16,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

unable to check n/s/r seatbelt due to childs seat being fitted.

Pass 26 Mar 2007 12,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Citroen Saxo?

Based on 2,458,128 MOT tests across 232,210 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
5,451
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
232,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 130,935
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 110,806
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99,144
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 98,726
brake recording little or no effort 96,052
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HG04 UEV is a 2004 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 50,150 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 Saxo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 130,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG04 UEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Saxo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Citroen Saxo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG04 UEV registered?

HG04 UEV is a 2004 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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