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F36 PHY

1988 Citroen Bx

Blue Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

181,296 mi
Last recorded181,296 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2009
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF36 PHY
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2009 181,296 miles

Front wiper linkage worn

Fail 30 Nov 2009 181,296 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front wiper linkage worn

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 180,011 miles

Corrosion offside front wheel arch

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper linkage worn

Fail 18 Nov 2008 180,011 miles

Corrosion offside front wheel arch

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper linkage worn

Fail 29 Nov 2007 176,679 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 176,679 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 24 Nov 2006 173,876 miles

nearside outer sill damaged

Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 173,876 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside outer sill damaged

Pass 22 Nov 2005 171,301 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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F36 PHY is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Blue with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 F36 PHY, 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 F36 PHY registered?

F36 PHY is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 16 December 1988.

Is F36 PHY safe to buy?

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