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F569 WCS

1988 Citroen Bx

Blue Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,088 mi
Last recorded41,088 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF569 WCS
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 41,088 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 41,065 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 41,026 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 40,920 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 40,902 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 40,871 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 40,840 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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F569 WCS is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Blue with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 F569 WCS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F569 WCS registered?

F569 WCS is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 13 October 1988.

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The MOT history for F569 WCS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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