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E102 XSU

1988 Citroen Cx

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

93,525 mi
Last recorded93,525 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Citroen Cx104,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE102 XSU
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 93,525 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 93,033 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 93,033 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in arch - rear of tyre (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

corrosion in rear arch in front of tyre

Pass 4 Jul 2023 91,908 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 90,697 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 90,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2021 89,171 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2021 89,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Front Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 86,895 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 83,801 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 83,801 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 83,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 109,588 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 109,588 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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E102 XSU is a 1988 Citroen Cx in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1988 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 104,340 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 E102 XSU, 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 38 years old, this Citroen Cx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E102 XSU registered?

E102 XSU is a 1988 Citroen Cx, first registered on 5 January 1988.

Is E102 XSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E102 XSU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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