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YA53 MLZ

2004 Citroen Saxo

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,426 mi
Last recorded107,426 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 Citroen Saxo50,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA53 MLZ
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 107,426 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 98,818 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 98,802 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 85,089 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 86,148 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 86,138 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 86,138 miles

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

front discs corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2010 81,078 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 74,503 miles

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

front wipers not clearing screen 100%

Pass 10 Jan 2008 66,684 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 59,014 miles

front and rear brake performance slightly low

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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YA53 MLZ is a 2004 Citroen Saxo in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 50,150 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 YA53 MLZ, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Saxo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YA53 MLZ registered?

YA53 MLZ is a 2004 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 11 January 2004.

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