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RX52 VKR

2002 Citroen Saxo

Blue Diesel 1527cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

125,379 mi
Last recorded125,379 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen Saxo59,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 VKR
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,527cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 125,379 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front seats slightly loose

Fail 12 Nov 2015 125,379 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front seats slightly loose

Pass 25 Nov 2014 118,087 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 118,087 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 103,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 26 Nov 2013 103,648 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 13 Aug 2012 100,415 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 100,414 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 93,170 miles

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

Oil leak

advise hand brake travel

advise rear noplate in poor condition

Fail 18 Aug 2011 93,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Oil leak

advise hand brake travel

advise rear noplate in poor condition

Pass 16 Aug 2010 84,057 miles

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

advise near side front tyre cracking in side wall

Pass 11 Aug 2009 74,799 miles

front brakes balance just in legal limit

Pass 18 Aug 2008 68,904 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2007 63,409 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 63,409 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 51,485 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 51,485 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres just legal

brake pads low

front discs rusted

rear bumper damaged

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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RX52 VKR is a 2002 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,527cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 59,169 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 Saxo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 130,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX52 VKR, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Saxo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX52 VKR registered?

RX52 VKR is a 2002 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is RX52 VKR safe to buy?

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