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C265 EWR

1986 Citroen Cx

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,973 mi
Last recorded113,973 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1986 Citroen Cx101,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC265 EWR
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 113,973 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 111,243 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 109,488 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 106,783 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 105,982 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 104,623 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 102,084 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 102,084 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 98,928 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension boot split but not leaking fluid

Fail 15 Jul 2016 98,920 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension boot split but not leaking fluid

Fail 2 Jun 2015 97,846 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 97,846 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 94,823 miles

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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C265 EWR is a 1986 Citroen Cx in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1986 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,923 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 C265 EWR, 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 40 years old, this Citroen Cx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C265 EWR?

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What year was C265 EWR registered?

C265 EWR is a 1986 Citroen Cx, first registered on 1 July 1986.

Is C265 EWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C265 EWR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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