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N212 JGJ

1996 Citroen Ax

Red Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

25,595 mi
Last recorded25,595 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Citroen Ax72,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN212 JGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 25,595 miles

electrical faul on initial start up (did not affect the test)

Fail 31 Dec 2014 25,572 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear (both) damper lower mount bushes deteriated but not causing excessive movement

unable to view front pads on test

Pass 28 Nov 2013 24,561 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracked and perrished

Pass 27 Nov 2012 23,331 miles

nearside front low offside rear tyre starting crack on inner wall

Pass 1 Dec 2011 22,101 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 22,087 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

offside rear tyre starting to crack on wall

Pass 7 Dec 2010 20,339 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 18,994 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 17,720 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 17,717 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 16,510 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 15,340 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 14,378 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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N212 JGJ is a 1996 Citroen Ax in Red with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N212 JGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N212 JGJ registered?

N212 JGJ is a 1996 Citroen Ax, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N212 JGJ safe to buy?

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