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P282 RNM

1997 Citroen Ax

Blue Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,607 mi
Last recorded93,607 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Citroen Ax70,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP282 RNM
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2009 93,607 miles

oil leak from ns gearbox oil seal

Fail 23 Apr 2009 93,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak from ns gearbox oil seal

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 81,796 miles

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

oil leak from ns gearbox oil seal

rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 25 Apr 2007 75,818 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear number plate

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 63,559 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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P282 RNM is a 1997 Citroen Ax in Blue with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P282 RNM, 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.

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What year was P282 RNM registered?

P282 RNM is a 1997 Citroen Ax, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P282 RNM safe to buy?

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