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B477 JJB

1985 Citroen Bx

Silver Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,215 mi
Last recorded126,215 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2008
Typical for 1985 Citroen Bx76,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB477 JJB
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2008 126,215 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 126,199 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 124,014 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 121,145 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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B477 JJB is a 1985 Citroen Bx in Silver 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 B477 JJB, 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 B477 JJB registered?

B477 JJB is a 1985 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 March 1985.

Is B477 JJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B477 JJB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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