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E163 HLP

1988 Citroen Bx

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,485 mi
Last recorded116,485 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2015
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE163 HLP
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2015 116,485 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 115,878 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion to both rear door shuts

Pass 1 May 2012 114,894 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to both rear door shuts

damage to nearside fornt inner wheel rim

Fail 1 May 2012 114,892 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to both rear door shuts

damage to nearside fornt inner wheel rim

damage to offside mirror glass and casing

Pass 9 May 2011 113,963 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside door mirror casing slightly insecure

Pass 6 May 2010 113,029 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion to both rear door shuts

damp around steering rack and front main prressure sphere

front brake pads worn low

nearside rear tyre on the limit and tread wearing unevenly

Fail 5 May 2010 113,020 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion to both rear door shuts

damp around steering rack and front main prressure sphere

front brake pads worn low

nearside rear tyre on the limit and tread wearing unevenly

Pass 24 Apr 2009 111,784 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

corrosion to both rear door steps/ outer wheel arches

idle speed slightly high

some front lhm fluid pipes corroded

tempary repair to rear exhaust mount

Pass 30 Apr 2008 109,791 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

damp under front main pressure sphere

possible lhm fluid leak

suspention pipes slightly corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2007 107,646 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 105,463 miles

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

parking brake cable outer casing split

parking brake travel high

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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E163 HLP is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 E163 HLP, 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 E163 HLP registered?

E163 HLP is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 January 1988.

Is E163 HLP safe to buy?

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