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E741 LBJ

1988 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,754 mi
Last recorded154,754 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2011
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE741 LBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2011 154,754 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 154,703 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 153,827 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 151,885 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 151,845 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 149,582 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 149,157 miles

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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E741 LBJ is a 1988 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E741 LBJ, 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 E741 LBJ registered?

E741 LBJ is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 April 1988.

Is E741 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E741 LBJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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