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E101 TYJ

1988 Citroen Bx

Maroon Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,151 mi
Last recorded165,151 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE101 TYJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 165,151 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 165,151 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 164,533 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 164,533 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 164,304 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 163,781 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 162,672 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 162,671 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 158,409 miles

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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E101 TYJ is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Maroon with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 109,138 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 E101 TYJ, 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 38 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E101 TYJ registered?

E101 TYJ is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E101 TYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E101 TYJ shows 9 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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