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E265 NSF

1988 Citroen Bx

Cream Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

147,781 mi
Last recorded147,781 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE265 NSF
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 147,781 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2025 145,822 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 145,229 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2023 145,188 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension pipe leaking centre rear pipe on pipe divider (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 144,547 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 144,161 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 3 Sep 2016 143,545 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 142,589 miles

nail nearside rear tyre

oil leak

spare tyre defective

Fail 5 Sep 2015 142,589 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

nail nearside rear tyre

oil leak

spare tyre defective

Pass 6 Sep 2014 141,487 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2013 139,956 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 Dec 2012 137,920 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

brake pipes covered in grease

hydraulic suspension pipes covered in grease

no passenger seatbelts fitted

no passengers seats fitted

rear bumper missing

Pass 6 Oct 2011 134,993 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 133,567 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 133,259 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 133,236 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 131,658 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 129,251 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 128,969 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Advise n/s/r disc showing signs of corrosion

Advise slight play at rear suspension

Pass 11 Jul 2006 125,360 miles

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 122,323 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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E265 NSF is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Cream with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 E265 NSF, 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 E265 NSF registered?

E265 NSF is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 19 April 1988.

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