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P283 PRJ

1998 Citroen Ax

Red Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,810 mi
Last recorded77,810 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Citroen Ax69,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 PRJ
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2008 77,810 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 71,762 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 71,605 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

emissions not tested due to condition off exhaust,no reading.

Pass 3 Nov 2006 65,435 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 65,435 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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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P283 PRJ is a 1998 Citroen Ax in Red with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Citroen Ax models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 69,611 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 Ax fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 29,403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P283 PRJ, 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 28 years old, this Citroen Ax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P283 PRJ?

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What year was P283 PRJ registered?

P283 PRJ is a 1998 Citroen Ax, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is P283 PRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P283 PRJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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