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B514 RLK

1985 Citroen Cx

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,112 mi
Last recorded40,112 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Citroen Cx76,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB514 RLK
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 40,112 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 40,111 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

oil light flashing

Pass 22 Feb 2024 39,748 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 39,246 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 38,923 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 37,938 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 37,928 miles

Offside Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 May 2019 36,491 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 33,677 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 32,982 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 32,103 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 30,107 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 29,730 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 28,739 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 28,560 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 28,515 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 28,496 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Citroen Cx?

Based on 5,742 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
1,286
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 377
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 374
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 301
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 198
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 179
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B514 RLK is a 1985 Citroen Cx in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1985 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 76,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Cx fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B514 RLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Cx typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 41 years old, this Citroen Cx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B514 RLK registered?

B514 RLK is a 1985 Citroen Cx, first registered on 18 July 1985.

Is B514 RLK safe to buy?

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