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F397 TMP

1989 Citroen Bx

Cream Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,945 mi
Last recorded49,945 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF397 TMP
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 49,945 miles

buil up of smoke on idle

play and oil traces on front suspension units

travel on handbrake lever

Pass 2 Apr 2014 48,757 miles

slight play front suspension units

travel on handbrake lever

Pass 28 Mar 2013 48,076 miles

smoke build up on idle

slight play in front suspension units

small blow on back box

Fail 26 Mar 2013 48,075 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

slight play in front suspension units

small blow on back box

smoke build up on idle

Pass 27 Mar 2012 46,972 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 45,854 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 44,946 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 43,337 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 41,015 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 38,893 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 38,011 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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F397 TMP is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Cream with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F397 TMP, 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 F397 TMP registered?

F397 TMP is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 20 April 1989.

Is F397 TMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F397 TMP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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