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Citroën Saxo

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,587 cc

P290 DFJMOT history

P290 DFJ is a red petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 30 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2015 and it has passed 3 of 7 MOT tests, with 83,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2015
Mileage
83,746 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2023
MOT tests
7
3 passed · 4 failed
Per year
769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P290 DFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2015
Latest MOT test
22 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P290 DFJ was last recorded at 83,746 miles on 22 May 2023, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Aug 2007: 27,385 miles, lower than 70,834 miles on 10 Aug 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
83,721 miles · 22 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 83,746 miles
  • 2014 – 82,822 miles
  • 2007 – 27,385 miles
  • 2006 – 70,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,746 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

7 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,746 miles (+25)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,746 miles
    Test number
    956675750644
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail83,721 miles (+899)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,721 miles
    Test number
    689356092990
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps not fitted (4.4.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,822 miles (+55,437)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,822 miles
    Test number
    735890784090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r inner wheel arch getting rusty
    • NoteOnly one seat and seat belt fitted

  4. Pass27,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    302678417471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail27,385 miles (-43,449)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    430198717257
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  6. Pass70,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    70,834 miles
    Test number
    803692626237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail70,834 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,834 miles
    Test number
    942311126250
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about P290 DFJ

Does P290 DFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P290 DFJ expired on 20 Mar 2015, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P290 DFJ?
The MOT on P290 DFJ expired on 20 Mar 2015. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P290 DFJ done?
P290 DFJ was recorded at 83,746 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2023, an average of 769 miles a year.
Has P290 DFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P290 DFJ has failed 4 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2023.
Has the mileage on P290 DFJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P290 DFJ find?
P290 DFJ failed its latest MOT on 22 May 2023 with 2 major defects: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits.

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