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YV03 FBC

2003 Citroen Saxo

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,462 mi
Last recorded85,462 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 FBC
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 85,462 miles

n/s rear bumper damaged

Fail 20 Feb 2015 85,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

n/s rear bumper damaged

power steering pump damp?

Pass 14 Sep 2010 80,423 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 80,423 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 72,562 miles

both rear tyres has cracks on sidewalls

Pass 4 Sep 2008 64,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres cracking on sidewall strongly advise replacement

Pass 5 Oct 2007 52,054 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 52,053 miles

Nearside An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 43,131 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 43,131 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.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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YV03 FBC is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 YV03 FBC, 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.

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What year was YV03 FBC registered?

YV03 FBC is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 20 August 2003.

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