2003 Citroen Saxo 1.1L Petrol · AP52 FDN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a shift toward emerging mechanical issues. While it passed its most recent test on 23 January 2026 at 60,358 miles, a failure just four days prior revealed multiple critical faults. The tester identified a split offside front drive shaft CV boot and imbalanced rear brakes. The presence of oil misting around the steering rack during both recent tests suggests a persistent leak that remains unaddressed, which will require close monitoring to prevent total component failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between February 2024 and February 2025, where the car covered over 15,000 miles in a single year. This burst of activity following long periods of low use explains the perishing of the tyres recorded in 2023 and 2024. Low-mileage cars often suffer from rubber degradation and dry rot rather than mechanical wear, which aligns with the data seen here. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering rack to assess the severity of the oil misting and verify that the CV boot replacement has been executed correctly. The imbalanced rear brakes noted in January 2026 indicate that the calipers may be seizing or sticking due to age and lack of use. Given the age of the Citroen Saxo, the underside should also be checked for structural corrosion and lateral cracking on the tyres, even if the tread depth appears sufficient, as the history shows a recurring pattern of age-related rubber failure.