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Citroën Saxo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,124 cc

T579 BFVMOT history

T579 BFV is a green petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 68,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2024
Mileage
68,122 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T579 BFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,124 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T579 BFV was last recorded at 68,122 miles on 5 Oct 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,120 miles · 4 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 68,122 miles
  • 2022 – 67,847 miles
  • 2021 – 66,423 miles
  • 2019 – 63,654 miles
  • 2018 – 60,755 miles
  • 2017 – 57,135 miles
  • 2016 – 54,998 miles
  • 2015 – 53,305 miles
  • 2014 – 52,714 miles
  • 2013 – 51,376 miles
  • 2012 – 49,305 miles
  • 2011 – 48,062 miles
  • 2010 – 46,229 miles
  • 2009 – 45,224 miles
  • 2008 – 43,136 miles
  • 2007 – 39,951 miles
  • 2006 – 36,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,122 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Under vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Heavy surface corrosion under vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Just acceptable damage to N/S rear reflector.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,122 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,122 miles
    Test number
    318967543266
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail68,120 miles (+273)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,120 miles
    Test number
    341858026685
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass67,847 miles (+1,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    67,847 miles
    Test number
    501535516812
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass66,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    66,423 miles
    Test number
    604153657847
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail66,423 miles (+2,769)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,423 miles
    Test number
    386511419444
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass63,654 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,654 miles
    Test number
    603461841209
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  7. Fail63,653 miles (+2,898)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,653 miles
    Test number
    809156267417
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  8. Pass60,755 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,755 miles
    Test number
    104080395633
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion under vehicle.
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable damage to N/S rear reflector.

  9. Fail60,755 miles (+3,620)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,755 miles
    Test number
    275229459791
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion under vehicle.
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable damage to N/S rear reflector.

  10. Pass57,135 miles (+2,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,135 miles
    Test number
    349513818460
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable wear to O/S front brake pads.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle.

  11. Pass54,998 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,998 miles
    Test number
    749366027374
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low.
    • AdvisoryHeavy perishing to spare tyre and O/S rear tyre.
    • AdvisorySlight wear to front brake discs.

  12. Fail54,998 miles (+1,693)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,998 miles
    Test number
    239953031599
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low.
    • AdvisoryHeavy perishing to spare tyre and O/S rear tyre.
    • AdvisorySlight wear to front brake discs.

  13. Pass53,305 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,305 miles
    Test number
    599972895047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine mounting movement
    • NoteO/s/f wheel slightly binding

  14. Fail53,305 miles (+591)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,305 miles
    Test number
    977152195075
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine mounting movement
    • NoteO/s/f wheel slightly binding

  15. Pass52,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,714 miles
    Test number
    709783784098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail52,714 miles (+1,338)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,714 miles
    Test number
    107973684014
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass51,376 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,376 miles
    Test number
    555508173009
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAirbag light remains on
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDrivers seat slightly loose

  18. Fail51,376 miles (+2,071)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,376 miles
    Test number
    646768273090
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAirbag light remains on
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDrivers seat slightly loose

  19. Pass49,305 miles (+1,243)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,305 miles
    Test number
    739366272096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,062 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,062 miles
    Test number
    595798861035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,060 miles (+1,831)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,060 miles
    Test number
    467097461091
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass46,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,229 miles
    Test number
    224847760006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,229 miles (+1,005)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,229 miles
    Test number
    164597660464
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass45,224 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,224 miles
    Test number
    130507179490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,136 miles
    Test number
    134318678498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,135 miles (+3,184)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,135 miles
    Test number
    933618578028
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass39,951 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,951 miles
    Test number
    363092287048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,715 miles
    Test number
    164109566088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail36,715 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,715 miles
    Test number
    174229466061
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T579 BFV

Does T579 BFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T579 BFV expired on 4 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T579 BFV?
The MOT on T579 BFV expired on 4 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T579 BFV done?
T579 BFV was recorded at 68,122 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2023, an average of 1,787 miles a year.
Has T579 BFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T579 BFV has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T579 BFV 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 T579 BFV find?
T579 BFV passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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