CarVerify

Free Car Check

F185 PJH

1989 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1905cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,712 mi
Last recorded129,712 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2008
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF185 PJH
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2008 129,712 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Oil leak

inside vehicle suspension setting lever not locking in high position.

Pass 2 Apr 2007 126,511 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 126,511 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 121,488 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
Full Citroen Bx reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F185 PJH is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F185 PJH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F185 PJH?

You can check the full history of F185 PJH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F185 PJH registered?

F185 PJH is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 11 April 1989.

Is F185 PJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F185 PJH shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F185 PJH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F185 PJH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.