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F35 BWY

1988 Citroen Bx

Black Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

156,146 mi
Last recorded156,146 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2007
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF35 BWY
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2007 156,146 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 156,146 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Mar 2007 156,024 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2006 153,109 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2006 153,109 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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F35 BWY is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Black with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 F35 BWY, 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 F35 BWY registered?

F35 BWY is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 5 November 1988.

Is F35 BWY safe to buy?

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