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J18 MMW

1971 Citroen Saxo

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,343 mi
Last recorded80,343 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 MMW
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2008 80,343 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2008 80,343 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) does not face the front (1.1.A.3a)

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 76,656 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 70,822 miles

Offside Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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J18 MMW is a 1971 Citroen Saxo in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J18 MMW, 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 55 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J18 MMW registered?

J18 MMW is a 1971 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is J18 MMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 MMW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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