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C957 FAH

1986 Citroen Cx

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,409 mi
Last recorded71,409 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1986 Citroen Cx101,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC957 FAH
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 71,409 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

beam benders fitted

offside floor slightly corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2017 68,893 miles

coolant leak

corrosion on inner sill, inner arches

corrosion on rear part of boot floor to sills

free play in steering system on idle

front tyres perished & worn

steering / suspension system damp

Fail 19 Dec 2017 68,893 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

coolant leak

corrosion on inner sill, inner arches

corrosion on rear part of boot floor to sills

free play in steering system on idle

front tyres perished & worn

steering / suspension system damp

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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C957 FAH is a 1986 Citroen Cx in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C957 FAH, 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.

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What year was C957 FAH registered?

C957 FAH is a 1986 Citroen Cx, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C957 FAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C957 FAH shows 3 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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