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P355 SKX

1997 Citroen Ax

Green Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

99,999 mi
Last recorded99,999 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Citroen Ax70,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP355 SKX
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2012 99,999 miles

Corrosion on nsf wishbone mount.

Corrosion on sills

Corrosion on brake pipes

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Thick grease on brake pipes.

Fail 2 Jul 2012 99,999 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Corrosion on brake pipes

Corrosion on nsf wishbone mount.

Corrosion on sills

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Severe corrosion/pitting on brake discs

Pass 11 Jun 2011 94,583 miles

Brake bind on nsr

Corrosion in front arches

Corrosion on brake pipes.

Corrosion on suspension components

Corrosiuon on suspension mounts and sills.

Severe corrosion on brake discs. Pads worn low.

Washer bottle in secure.

Fail 6 Jun 2011 94,508 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Corrosion in front arches

Corrosion on brake pipes.

Corrosion on suspension components

Corrosiuon on suspension mounts and sills.

Severe corrosion on brake discs. Pads worn low.

Washer bottle in secure.

Pass 29 Jun 2010 90,129 miles

Corrosion on brake pipes.

Corrosion/wear on brake discs.

Fail 28 Jun 2010 90,342 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Corrosion on brake pipes.

Corrosion/wear on brake discs.

Pass 6 May 2009 84,393 miles

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

brake flex ends slightly corroded

Fail 5 May 2009 84,393 miles

Nearside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake flex ends slightly corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2008 78,088 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 78,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 70,879 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 64,330 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 64,327 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

n/s hand brake cable part siezed

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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P355 SKX is a 1997 Citroen Ax in Green with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 P355 SKX, 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 P355 SKX registered?

P355 SKX is a 1997 Citroen Ax, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P355 SKX safe to buy?

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