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Citroën Saxo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,360 cc

T498 UMVMOT history

T498 UMV is a red petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 66,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2024
Mileage
66,224 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T498 UMV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T498 UMV was last recorded at 66,224 miles on 4 Oct 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,214 miles · 27 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,224 miles
  • 2022 – 62,784 miles
  • 2021 – 59,808 miles
  • 2020 – 56,681 miles
  • 2019 – 53,189 miles
  • 2018 – 50,224 miles
  • 2017 – 46,968 miles
  • 2015 – 40,347 miles
  • 2014 – 36,832 miles
  • 2013 – 32,570 miles
  • 2012 – 28,662 miles
  • 2009 – 28,399 miles
  • 2008 – 27,621 miles
  • 2007 – 25,352 miles
  • 2006 – 23,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,224 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,224 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,224 miles
    Test number
    218781201985
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail66,214 miles (+3,430)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    282712101679
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass62,784 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    62,784 miles
    Test number
    751553885010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail62,746 miles (+2,938)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,746 miles
    Test number
    858787282919
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    256940881911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail59,808 miles (+3,127)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    987802746184
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,681 miles (+3,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    56,681 miles
    Test number
    289611347382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass53,189 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,189 miles
    Test number
    959267626347
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall cracked

  9. Fail53,145 miles (+2,921)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    592786544752
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall cracked

  10. Pass50,224 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    50,224 miles
    Test number
    232960776255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,968 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,968 miles
    Test number
    551369620894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,932 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,932 miles
    Test number
    638400942066
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    539310984730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    199702283575
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  15. Pass40,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    40,347 miles
    Test number
    508574438099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,347 miles (+3,515)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,347 miles
    Test number
    170543509200
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  17. Pass36,832 miles (+4,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,832 miles
    Test number
    497798104418
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass32,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,570 miles
    Test number
    186096213369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,570 miles (+3,908)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,570 miles
    Test number
    965416213359
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  20. Pass28,662 miles (+263)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,662 miles
    Test number
    636608242348
    • NoteSLIGHT BINDING ON O/S/R WHEEL

  21. Pass28,399 miles (+778)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    982620789258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake pads 70% worn
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread 4mm

  22. Pass27,621 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,621 miles
    Test number
    893300058398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,352 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,352 miles
    Test number
    454558347445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,158 miles
    Test number
    862752346373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T498 UMV

Does T498 UMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T498 UMV expired on 3 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T498 UMV?
The MOT on T498 UMV expired on 3 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T498 UMV done?
T498 UMV was recorded at 66,224 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2023, an average of 2,560 miles a year.
Has T498 UMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T498 UMV has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T498 UMV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T498 UMV find?
T498 UMV passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2023 with 5 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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