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B179 RRW

1985 Citroen Bx

Blue Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,278 mi
Last recorded43,278 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1985 Citroen Bx76,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB179 RRW
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 43,278 miles

Tyre wall showing signs of cracking

Fail 7 Jun 2021 43,278 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Tyre wall showing signs of cracking

Pass 22 May 2020 42,813 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear rear exhaust section corroded slightly

Rear spare wheel missing,time of test

Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,000 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Bx?

Based on 40,178 MOT tests across 8,590 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
3,107
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
8,590
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,477
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,931
Fluid suspension pipe leaking 1,902
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,857
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,694
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B179 RRW is a 1985 Citroen Bx in Blue with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 76,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Bx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B179 RRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Bx typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 41 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B179 RRW registered?

B179 RRW is a 1985 Citroen Bx, first registered on 14 March 1985.

Is B179 RRW safe to buy?

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