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Citroën Saxo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,124 cc

X78 BRDMOT history

X78 BRD is a black petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 8 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2022
Mileage
140,977 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2021
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 BRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,124 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 BRD was last recorded at 140,977 miles on 13 Dec 2021, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,927 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
7,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 140,977 miles
  • 2020 – 136,700 miles
  • 2019 – 127,569 miles
  • 2018 – 117,079 miles
  • 2017 – 107,199 miles
  • 2016 – 101,415 miles
  • 2015 – 93,043 miles
  • 2014 – 86,904 miles
  • 2013 – 80,450 miles
  • 2012 – 73,656 miles
  • 2011 – 69,856 miles
  • 2010 – 68,340 miles
  • 2009 – 67,200 miles
  • 2008 – 65,481 miles
  • 2007 – 48,592 miles
  • 2006 – 26,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,977 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f inner w/arch and chassisRecorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floorpan

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,977 miles (+50)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    140,977 miles
    Test number
    878804542613
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f inner w/arch and chassis
  2. Fail140,927 miles (+4,227)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,927 miles
    Test number
    694632674256
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f inner w/arch and chassis
  3. Pass136,700 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,700 miles
    Test number
    150414074925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement body (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement body (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floorpan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail136,696 miles (+28)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,696 miles
    Test number
    784337500692
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting engine mount area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement body (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement body (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floorpan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail136,668 miles (+9,099)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,668 miles
    Test number
    572719130779
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded - rear flange
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Exterior lock barrel defective (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush heavily deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Axle 2 (1.2.1 (c))
  6. Pass127,569 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,569 miles
    Test number
    239994257886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail127,557 miles (+10,478)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,557 miles
    Test number
    135402855690
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass117,079 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,079 miles
    Test number
    130498051698
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in gear selector
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion
  9. Fail117,053 miles (+9,854)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,053 miles
    Test number
    180420562127
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in gear selector
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion
  10. Pass107,199 miles (+5,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    464049611564
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates are in poor condition
  11. Pass101,415 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,415 miles
    Test number
    777179173452
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside of vehicle
  12. Fail101,415 miles (+8,372)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,415 miles
    Test number
    537134243499
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside of vehicle
  13. Fail93,043 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,043 miles
    Test number
    166316355413
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear tyre walls perished
  14. Pass93,043 miles (+6,139)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    93,043 miles
    Test number
    929296755046
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear tyre walls perished
  15. Pass86,904 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    86,904 miles
    Test number
    606117954065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,903 miles (+6,453)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,903 miles
    Test number
    699466054025
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth w/blades split at ends
    • NoteFront areas around susp/arm rear mounts gertting abit corroded slightly
    • NoteFront engine bay areas getting abit corroded (esp rear bulkhead areas)
    • NoteGeneral underside getting abit corroded in places
    • NoteN/S/F inner w/arch turret area starting to get abit corroded in places
  17. Pass80,450 miles (+6,794)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,450 miles
    Test number
    718220563022
    • NoteAppears to be VERY slight wear and movement starting at O/S/F lower ball joint
    • NoteEngine bay/inner wing areas getting abit corroded in places and top chassis areas
    • NoteFront engine bay bulkhead areas getting abit corroded (esp along seam areas)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer getting abit corroded at union area, and slight crack starting where pipe entres box
  18. Pass73,656 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,656 miles
    Test number
    809321062090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,505 miles (+3,649)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,505 miles
    Test number
    408885152063
    • FailureFront brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront discs 50% pitted on inside edges
  20. Pass69,856 miles (+1,516)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    786194221079
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront brake discs deteriorated
  21. Pass68,340 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    554625930067
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Fail68,340 miles (+1,140)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    841725730049
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  23. Fail67,200 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,200 miles
    Test number
    180371339401
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  24. Pass67,200 miles (+1,719)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,200 miles
    Test number
    802071739065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,481 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,481 miles
    Test number
    633574028053
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  26. Pass65,481 miles (+16,889)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    65,481 miles
    Test number
    871824628042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    48,592 miles
    Test number
    453812237023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,592 miles (+22,507)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,592 miles
    Test number
    790070637063
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
  29. Pass26,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,085 miles
    Test number
    280828216014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about X78 BRD

Does X78 BRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X78 BRD expired on 13 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X78 BRD?
The MOT on X78 BRD expired on 13 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X78 BRD done?
X78 BRD was recorded at 140,977 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2021, an average of 7,225 miles a year.
Has X78 BRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 BRD has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on X78 BRD 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 X78 BRD find?
X78 BRD passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; corrosion to n/s/f inner w/arch and chassis.

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