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MM53 DFV

2004 Citroen Saxo

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,611 mi
Last recorded102,611 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Citroen Saxo50,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM53 DFV
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 102,611 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 96,520 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 96,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 84,704 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 79,108 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 71,600 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 71,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 69,643 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 65,072 miles

Timing belt due

Pass 2 Jun 2011 60,265 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 60,265 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

spare tyre exessivly damaged

Pass 12 May 2010 51,551 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 51,551 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 44,366 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 44,366 miles

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

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

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 40,560 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 40,559 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 36,709 miles

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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MM53 DFV is a 2004 Citroen Saxo in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 MM53 DFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MM53 DFV registered?

MM53 DFV is a 2004 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is MM53 DFV safe to buy?

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