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E445 OFL

1988 Citroen Bx

Silver Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,229 mi
Last recorded141,229 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2009
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE445 OFL
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2009 141,229 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

lots of body & underbody corrosion in various places

rear wheels are leaning inwards

Pass 23 Sep 2008 136,091 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

dampness around front suspension

Pass 26 Sep 2007 128,839 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 120,238 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 112,690 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 112,690 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

the exhaust blow is caused by the exhaust not being secured properly at middle to rear system † †

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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E445 OFL is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Silver with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 E445 OFL, 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 E445 OFL registered?

E445 OFL is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 12 April 1988.

Is E445 OFL safe to buy?

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