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RX52 XRZ

2002 Citroen Saxo

Green Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

84,784 mi
Last recorded84,784 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Citroen Saxo59,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 XRZ
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 84,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2017 79,341 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Jul 2017 79,341 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 74,559 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 70,128 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 70,128 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 64,789 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 59,154 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 15 Aug 2013 59,154 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 20 Jul 2012 52,607 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 12 Aug 2011 47,958 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 47,958 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 41,855 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/r brake cable rubbing on fuel tank

Pass 18 Aug 2009 36,380 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 36,380 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 30,713 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 25,420 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 18,781 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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RX52 XRZ is a 2002 Citroen Saxo in Green with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XRZ, 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 XRZ registered?

RX52 XRZ is a 2002 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 5 September 2002.

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