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C585 JBV

1985 Citroen Cx

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,267 mi
Last recorded35,267 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1985 Citroen Cx76,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC585 JBV
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 35,267 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 35,267 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 34,063 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 33,169 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 33,169 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 31,382 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 31,367 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 28,833 miles

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

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

slight oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2008 28,571 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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C585 JBV is a 1985 Citroen Cx in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 76,588 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 C585 JBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C585 JBV registered?

C585 JBV is a 1985 Citroen Cx, first registered on 31 October 1985.

Is C585 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C585 JBV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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