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C849 MDS

1985 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1540cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

135,559 mi
Last recorded135,559 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 1985 Citroen Bx76,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC849 MDS
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,540cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 135,559 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 135,559 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 134,057 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 131,910 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 131,909 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 May 2008 126,809 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 126,809 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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C849 MDS is a 1985 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,540cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 C849 MDS, 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 C849 MDS registered?

C849 MDS is a 1985 Citroen Bx, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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