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J181 CAK

1996 Citroen Ax

Red Diesel 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,225 mi
Last recorded81,225 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2005
Typical for 1996 Citroen Ax72,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ181 CAK
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2005 81,225 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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J181 CAK is a 1996 Citroen Ax in Red with a 1,360cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 72,184 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 J181 CAK, 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 30 years old, this Citroen Ax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J181 CAK registered?

J181 CAK is a 1996 Citroen Ax, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is J181 CAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J181 CAK shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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