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E654 FTF

1988 Citroen Cx

Gold Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

119,197 mi
Last recorded119,197 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Citroen Cx104,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE654 FTF
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1988
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 119,197 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2026 119,106 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 118,127 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 117,748 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2023 117,740 miles

Central Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases multiple places (6.1.2 (a))

wiper blade slightly smeary

Pass 5 Oct 2022 116,660 miles

Washers weak

wiper blade slightly smeary

Pass 24 Sep 2021 115,875 miles

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

Screen washer weak

Pass 11 Sep 2020 115,554 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt unpealing rubber (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 114,993 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension accumulator damaged but not to excess slight dampness (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front suspension unit slight dampness

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 113,428 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 111,283 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

trays fitted in engine bay & underside obscuring some components

Fail 25 Sep 2017 111,281 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

trays fitted in engine bay & underside obscuring some components

Pass 4 Oct 2016 109,460 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 107,293 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 105,846 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 103,705 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 101,366 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 98,549 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 96,744 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 94,434 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 91,347 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 89,652 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 87,369 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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E654 FTF is a 1988 Citroen Cx in Gold with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 E654 FTF, 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 E654 FTF registered?

E654 FTF is a 1988 Citroen Cx, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E654 FTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E654 FTF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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