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D176 ELA

1987 Citroen Bx

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

178,585 mi
Last recorded178,585 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2006
Typical for 1987 Citroen Bx88,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD176 ELA
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2006 178,585 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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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D176 ELA is a 1987 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 88,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D176 ELA, 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 39 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D176 ELA registered?

D176 ELA is a 1987 Citroen Bx, first registered on 26 June 1987.

Is D176 ELA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D176 ELA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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