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E674 MDE

1988 Citroen Bx

Cream Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,848 mi
Last recorded105,848 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE674 MDE
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 105,848 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 105,782 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 104,001 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2011 104,001 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 102,750 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s o/s front seats lower mechanisams slightly worn

rear boot top hinges slightly worn

Fail 15 Apr 2010 102,677 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

n/s o/s front seats lower mechanisams slightly worn

rear boot top hinges slightly worn

Pass 14 May 2009 100,916 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 100,916 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 98,684 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 98,684 miles

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 93,244 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 90,772 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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E674 MDE is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Cream with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 E674 MDE, 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 E674 MDE registered?

E674 MDE is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 28 March 1988.

Is E674 MDE safe to buy?

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