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E301 EDV

1988 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,765 mi
Last recorded73,765 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2007
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE301 EDV
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2007 73,765 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 70,867 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 70,867 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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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E301 EDV is a 1988 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 E301 EDV, 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 E301 EDV registered?

E301 EDV is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E301 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E301 EDV shows 3 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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