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D505 BGX

1986 Citroen Cx

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

172,213 mi
Last recorded172,213 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Citroen Cx101,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD505 BGX
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 172,213 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 171,246 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 169,617 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 167,045 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 164,092 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 164,060 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 161,546 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 159,353 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 155,562 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 155,533 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 150,655 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 May 2014 144,187 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 140,622 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 137,287 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 134,266 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 129,092 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine mount oil soaked

Fail 9 Sep 2009 129,091 miles

Offside Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine mount oil soaked

Pass 12 Sep 2008 127,252 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007
Pass 4 Jul 2006 118,025 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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D505 BGX is a 1986 Citroen Cx in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 D505 BGX, 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

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What year was D505 BGX registered?

D505 BGX is a 1986 Citroen Cx, first registered on 27 October 1986.

Is D505 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D505 BGX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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