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F183 PPE

1989 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,343 mi
Last recorded45,343 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF183 PPE
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 45,343 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 45,343 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 45,327 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 44,457 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 44,457 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 44,082 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 42,782 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 40,363 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has a high travel

Wheel trims fitted to vehicle

Pass 28 Jul 2007 35,997 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 31,230 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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F183 PPE is a 1989 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 110,487 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 F183 PPE, 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 37 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F183 PPE registered?

F183 PPE is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 28 March 1989.

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