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F526 SGV

1989 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,046 mi
Last recorded104,046 miles
Recorded on6 May 2008
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF526 SGV
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2008 104,046 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 104,022 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 104,022 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 103,987 miles

rear brake discs rusted.

slight blow from exhaust flange area.

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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F526 SGV is a 1989 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F526 SGV, 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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How do I check the history of F526 SGV?

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What year was F526 SGV registered?

F526 SGV is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 31 March 1989.

Is F526 SGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F526 SGV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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