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E451 GJN

1988 Citroen Cx

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

89,897 mi
Last recorded89,897 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Citroen Cx104,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE451 GJN
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 89,897 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear jacking point corroded

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear jacking point corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2025 89,896 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear jacking point corroded

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear jacking point corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2024 88,331 miles

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear rust near jacking point slightly

Offside Rear rust near jacking point

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn slight play (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 85,811 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 84,622 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 84,005 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 82,908 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 81,428 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 79,622 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 78,668 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Jul 2017 78,668 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Aug 2016 78,430 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 77,969 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 77,548 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2014 77,548 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 77,497 miles

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

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

o/s steering rack has slight play in rack arm

Pass 30 Oct 2009 75,492 miles

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

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 22 May 2009 74,984 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror not clearly visible from the drivers seat or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the driver's seat (8.1.1d)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 74,197 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 74,197 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 71,316 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 70,635 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Cx?

Based on 5,742 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
1,286
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 377
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 374
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 301
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 198
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 179
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E451 GJN is a 1988 Citroen Cx in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1988 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 104,340 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Cx fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E451 GJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Cx typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 38 years old, this Citroen Cx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E451 GJN registered?

E451 GJN is a 1988 Citroen Cx, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is E451 GJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E451 GJN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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