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YU52 CXZ

2003 Citroen Saxo

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

56,804 mi
Last recorded56,804 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU52 CXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 56,804 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 56,166 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

MIL illuminated

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair n/s/r and o/s/r (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 56,166 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

MIL illuminated

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair n/s/r and o/s/r (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 52,848 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 52,824 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 4 May 2022 52,822 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 52,716 miles

Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 52,579 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 52,443 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 52,443 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 52,238 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 52,238 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2017 52,042 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 51,386 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 51,386 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 51,600 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 51,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 May 2014 51,216 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 50,868 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 49,801 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2011 46,524 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 42,414 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 42,414 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 38,656 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 35,220 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 32,193 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 29,647 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 27,062 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 27,062 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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YU52 CXZ is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Saxo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 55,198 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 YU52 CXZ, 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 23 years old, this Citroen Saxo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YU52 CXZ registered?

YU52 CXZ is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is YU52 CXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU52 CXZ shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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