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R978 ACA

1989 Citroen Saxo

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,013 mi
Last recorded84,013 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR978 ACA
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2007 84,013 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Saxo?

Based on 2,458,128 MOT tests across 232,210 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
5,451
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
232,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 130,935
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 110,806
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99,144
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 98,726
brake recording little or no effort 96,052
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R978 ACA is a 1989 Citroen Saxo in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Citroen Saxo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 130,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R978 ACA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Saxo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 37 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R978 ACA registered?

R978 ACA is a 1989 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 30 January 1989.

Is R978 ACA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R978 ACA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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