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P139 XBV

1997 Citroen Ax

Blue Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,489 mi
Last recorded50,489 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Citroen Ax70,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP139 XBV
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2013 50,489 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 50,489 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 50,087 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 49,419 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 48,819 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 47,779 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 46,703 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 45,233 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 42,463 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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P139 XBV is a 1997 Citroen Ax in Blue with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 70,668 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 P139 XBV, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Ax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P139 XBV registered?

P139 XBV is a 1997 Citroen Ax, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P139 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P139 XBV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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