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E818 JFP

1988 Citroen Bx

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2006
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

187,365 mi
Last recorded187,365 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2005
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE818 JFP
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2005 187,365 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 187,365 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 187,365 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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E818 JFP is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 E818 JFP, 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 E818 JFP registered?

E818 JFP is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 24 March 1988.

Is E818 JFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E818 JFP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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