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N157 MDF

1996 Citroen Ax

Blue Diesel 1527cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,946 mi
Last recorded122,946 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2007
Typical for 1996 Citroen Ax72,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN157 MDF
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,527cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2007 122,946 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 122,946 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 109,810 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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N157 MDF is a 1996 Citroen Ax in Blue with a 1,527cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N157 MDF, 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 N157 MDF registered?

N157 MDF is a 1996 Citroen Ax, first registered on 13 May 1996.

Is N157 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N157 MDF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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