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B650 CHJ

1985 Citroen Bx

Gold Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,675 mi
Last recorded6,675 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1985 Citroen Bx76,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB650 CHJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 6,675 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 6,670 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 6,670 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 6,668 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 6,226 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 5,820 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 5,818 miles

Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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B650 CHJ is a 1985 Citroen Bx in Gold with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B650 CHJ, 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 B650 CHJ registered?

B650 CHJ is a 1985 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B650 CHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B650 CHJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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