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D971 RUD

1987 Citroen Cx

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

94,543 mi
Last recorded94,543 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2006
Typical for 1987 Citroen Cx112,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD971 RUD
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2006 94,543 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front bumper insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

boot damaged †

in my opion this vehicle is dangerous and should not be on th public road !!!!!!!!!!!

Fail 7 Aug 2006 94,543 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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D971 RUD is a 1987 Citroen Cx in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1987 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 112,516 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 D971 RUD, 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 39 years old, this Citroen Cx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D971 RUD registered?

D971 RUD is a 1987 Citroen Cx, first registered on 29 April 1987.

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