CitroenSaxo MOT results
In 2025, 56.0% of Citroen Saxo MOT tests were passed first time, worse than the 60.7% for cars of the same age. 8.8% had at least one dangerous defect (8.5% for cars the same age). The typical Citroen Saxo tested was 23 years old with 71,300 miles. Based on 2,850 initial MOT tests in Great Britain.
RegisterHow many Citroen Saxo cars are on the road
- First-time pass
- 56.0%no defects to fix
- Cars the same age
- 60.7%first-time pass
- Fixed at the test
- 7.2%passed after repair
- Failed
- 36.8%needed a retest
- Dangerous defect
- 8.8%same age 8.5%
- Typical mileage
- 71,300at the test
First-time pass rate by year first registered
| Year first registered | Tests | First-time pass | All cars |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 44 | 61.4% | 57.5% |
| 2003 | 652 | 54.6% | 58.5% |
| 2002 | 711 | 54.4% | 59.4% |
| 2001 | 746 | 58.0% | 60.9% |
| 2000 | 366 | 54.4% | 62.2% |
| 1999 | 129 | 56.6% | 64.2% |
| 1998 | 90 | 55.6% | 65.1% |
| 1997 | 102 | 64.7% | 66.4% |
Years with fewer than 30 tests are left out.
By age at the test
| Age | Tests | First-time pass | All cars | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-29 years | 2,850 | 56.0% | 59.6% | 71,300 |
Where they fail
Share of tests with at least one failure in each area, against cars of the same age.
A test can fail in more than one area. Failures fixed during the test are included.
Most common failures
The 10 defects that failed Citroen Saxo tests most often, as a share of all tests.
| Failure | Tests | Cars the same age | vs same age | Marked dangerous |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Emissions and leaks | 5.5% | 1.9% | 2.9× | 0.0% |
| Stop lamp: not working Lights and electrics | 5.3% | 3.4% | 1.6× | 0.0% |
| Service brake imbalance: across an axle Brakes | 5.3% | 1.6% | 3.3× | 0.0% |
| Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension | 5.2% | 3.7% | 1.4× | 0.0% |
| Position lamp: not working Lights and electrics | 5.1% | 4.4% | 1.2× | 0.0% |
| Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Body and structure | 5.0% | 2.7% | 1.9× | 0.0% |
| Service brake performance: efficiency below requirements Brakes | 4.6% | 1.0% | 4.6× | 0.0% |
| Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering | 3.6% | 1.0% | 3.6× | 0.0% |
| Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases Body and structure | 3.6% | 2.0% | 1.8× | 0.0% |
| Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits Emissions and leaks | 3.4% | 1.1% | 3.1× | 0.0% |
“vs same age” compares this model with cars of the same age: 2.0× means twice as often. “Marked dangerous” is how often the tester recorded that failure as dangerous.
Most common advisories
Things the tester noted to watch, which don’t fail the test.
| Advisory | Tests |
|---|---|
| Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive | 16.3% |
| Condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 14.2% |
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 10.2% |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 9.9% |
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material | 9.7% |
| Exhaust system: has a minor leak of exhaust gases | 8.0% |
| Registration plates: deteriorated but not likely to be misread | 8.0% |
| Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive | 5.2% |
| Ball joint: ball joint has slight play | 4.3% |
| Individual direction indicators: slightly discoloured | 3.4% |
By fuel
| Fuel | Tests | First-time pass |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2,782 | 55.9% |
| Diesel | 68 | 58.8% |
Fuels with fewer than 30 tests are left out. Different fuels often mean different ages, so compare with care.