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P996 NEX

1996 Citroen Ax

Red Diesel 1527cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,032 mi
Last recorded123,032 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2010
Typical for 1996 Citroen Ax72,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP996 NEX
MakeCitroen
ModelAx
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,527cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2010 123,032 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 118,281 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 113,547 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 108,989 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

the o/s/r tyre is perished

Pass 14 Aug 2007 108,989 miles

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

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

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

the o/s/r tyre is perished

Pass 22 Aug 2006 105,064 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 105,064 miles

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

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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P996 NEX is a 1996 Citroen Ax in Red with a 1,527cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P996 NEX, 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.

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What year was P996 NEX registered?

P996 NEX is a 1996 Citroen Ax, first registered on 7 August 1996.

Is P996 NEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P996 NEX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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