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E879 DGX

1987 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,930 mi
Last recorded92,930 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 1987 Citroen Bx88,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE879 DGX
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 92,930 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Inside lens reflector deteriated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Inside lens reflector deteraited (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Slight Play in Lower arm bush

Pass 16 Oct 2019 92,826 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 92,807 miles

Front Suspension component insecurely attached pipes split (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 92,505 miles

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

front too rear floor and chassis covered with underseal

Pass 12 Jul 2017 92,505 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

front to rear floor and chassis covered with underseal

Pass 30 Jul 2016 92,175 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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E879 DGX is a 1987 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 88,815 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 E879 DGX, 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 39 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E879 DGX registered?

E879 DGX is a 1987 Citroen Bx, first registered on 5 November 1987.

Is E879 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E879 DGX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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