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E103 PHG

1988 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

113,015 mi
Last recorded113,015 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2006
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE103 PHG
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2006 113,015 miles

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Jul 2005 111,382 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2005 111,356 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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E103 PHG is a 1988 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E103 PHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E103 PHG?

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What year was E103 PHG registered?

E103 PHG is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E103 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E103 PHG shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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