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E99 MRV

1988 Citroen Bx

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,504 mi
Last recorded100,504 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2009
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE99 MRV
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2009 100,504 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 99,245 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 98,402 miles

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

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

Oil leak

all fluid pipes corroded

general corrosion

Fail 31 Jul 2007 98,398 miles

Front Fluid suspension interconnecting pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension interconnecting pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

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

Oil leak

all fluid pipes corroded

general corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2006 97,189 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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E99 MRV is a 1988 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E99 MRV, 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 E99 MRV registered?

E99 MRV is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 10 June 1988.

Is E99 MRV safe to buy?

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