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Citroën Saxo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,124 cc

Y891 ACWMOT history

Y891 ACW is a blue petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 61,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2025
Mileage
61,857 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y891 ACW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,124 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y891 ACW was last recorded at 61,857 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 11,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Aug 2020: 44,903 miles, lower than 93,848 miles on 7 Sept 2019.

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
49,900 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
11,957 miles
Average per year
2,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,857 miles
  • 2024 – 49,900 miles
  • 2023 – 48,721 miles
  • 2022 – 47,428 miles
  • 2021 – 45,798 miles
  • 2020 – 44,903 miles
  • 2019 – 93,848 miles
  • 2018 – 42,635 miles
  • 2017 – 41,836 miles
  • 2016 – 39,942 miles
  • 2015 – 38,188 miles
  • 2014 – 37,728 miles
  • 2013 – 35,989 miles
  • 2012 – 35,207 miles
  • 2011 – 33,595 miles
  • 2010 – 29,595 miles
  • 2009 – 27,238 miles
  • 2008 – 25,226 miles
  • 2007 – 20,156 miles
  • 2006 – 15,269 miles
  • 2005 – 10,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail61,857 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail61,857 miles (+11,957)9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,857 miles
    Test number
    475575195147
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working

  2. Pass49,900 miles (+1,179)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    49,900 miles
    Test number
    949564215751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,721 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    753240056493
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wqishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail48,721 miles (+1,293)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    130156287812
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wqishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass47,428 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    47,428 miles
    Test number
    189789835912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail47,428 miles (+1,630)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,428 miles
    Test number
    750088108979
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass45,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,798 miles
    Test number
    738290947391
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail45,798 miles (+895)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,798 miles
    Test number
    620851852641
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass44,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    44,903 miles
    Test number
    513446090930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,903 miles (-48,945)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,903 miles
    Test number
    455480342643
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,848 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,848 miles
    Test number
    408322455308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wish bosh
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail93,848 miles (+51,213)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,848 miles
    Test number
    916225996874
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wish bosh
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass42,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    42,635 miles
    Test number
    401224330751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,635 miles (+799)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,635 miles
    Test number
    175349774100
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure centre ruber (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass41,836 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,836 miles
    Test number
    629724329404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,942 miles
    Test number
    915525431449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,942 miles (+1,754)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,942 miles
    Test number
    202563373250
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass38,188 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,188 miles
    Test number
    531516924996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,728 miles (+1,739)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,728 miles
    Test number
    359563134412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOil leak from engin

  20. Pass35,989 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,989 miles
    Test number
    476331743291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,207 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,207 miles
    Test number
    485867142258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,595 miles
    Test number
    538859741224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,594 miles (+3,999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,594 miles
    Test number
    307069941467
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass29,595 miles (+2,357)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,595 miles
    Test number
    584208830220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,238 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,238 miles
    Test number
    730915649206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,226 miles (+5,070)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,226 miles
    Test number
    511276348221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,156 miles (+4,887)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,156 miles
    Test number
    293704257294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,269 miles (+4,347)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,269 miles
    Test number
    533632446255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass10,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    10,922 miles
    Test number
    732020355227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y891 ACW

Does Y891 ACW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y891 ACW expired on 8 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y891 ACW?
The MOT on Y891 ACW expired on 8 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y891 ACW done?
Y891 ACW was recorded at 61,857 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 2,555 miles a year.
Has Y891 ACW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y891 ACW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y891 ACW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y891 ACW find?
Y891 ACW failed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch; nearside front position lamp not working; offside front lower suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch, and 11 more.

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