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C221 UPC

1986 Citroen Bx

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

36,049 mi
Last recorded36,049 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 1986 Citroen Bx86,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC221 UPC
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 36,049 miles

nearside mirror glass missing

Fail 18 Nov 2014 36,049 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside mirror glass missing

Pass 30 Oct 2013 34,576 miles

battery secured with cable ties

Fail 24 Oct 2013 34,574 miles

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

battery secured with cable ties

Pass 3 Oct 2012 33,364 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 32,873 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 32,875 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

OSR tyre wall perished.

Fail 17 Jun 2008 32,875 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

OSR tyre wall perished.

Pass 8 Dec 2006 32,761 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 32,761 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Battery insecure

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

OSR tyre wall perished. †Brake priority valve fluid return hose perished.

Pass 5 Dec 2005 31,766 miles

NS&OS FRONT STRUT FLUID RETURN HOSES PERISHING.

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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C221 UPC is a 1986 Citroen Bx in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1986 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 86,663 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C221 UPC, 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 40 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C221 UPC registered?

C221 UPC is a 1986 Citroen Bx, first registered on 6 June 1986.

Is C221 UPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C221 UPC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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