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F390 EVF

1989 Citroen Bx

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,127 mi
Last recorded55,127 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF390 EVF
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 55,127 miles

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

slight play in steering inner rack joints

Pass 29 Sep 2014 54,867 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 54,856 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

wheel trim covers fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2010 54,682 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

brake pipes all coated with wax

front brake discs slightly corroded

rear brake discs slightly corroded

vehile has various oil leaks requires further attention

Pass 22 Oct 2009 52,293 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 52,290 miles

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

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 50,840 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 46,835 miles

nearside front fluid return pipe damaged

Pass 25 Sep 2006 46,352 miles

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

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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F390 EVF is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F390 EVF, 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 F390 EVF registered?

F390 EVF is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F390 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F390 EVF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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