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EX53 RPU

2003 Citroen Saxo

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,615 mi
Last recorded105,615 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen Saxo55,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 RPU
MakeCitroen
ModelSaxo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 105,615 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 90,971 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 90,971 miles

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 88,341 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 85,710 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 83,309 miles

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

screw in O/S/R Tyre

Fail 10 Sep 2012 83,303 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

screw in O/S/R Tyre

Pass 5 Sep 2011 80,873 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 80,873 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery insecure

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 25 Aug 2010 77,366 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 74,700 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2008 62,113 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 62,113 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 42,258 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 31,325 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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EX53 RPU is a 2003 Citroen Saxo in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EX53 RPU, 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 EX53 RPU registered?

EX53 RPU is a 2003 Citroen Saxo, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is EX53 RPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 RPU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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