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F56 PDP

1989 Citroen Bx

Cream Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,982 mi
Last recorded59,982 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF56 PDP
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 59,982 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 59,881 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 59,879 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

centre exhaust clamp broken

nearside steering rack damp

Pass 30 Mar 2010 59,712 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 59,513 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 59,284 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 5,881 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 58,254 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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F56 PDP is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Cream with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F56 PDP, 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 F56 PDP registered?

F56 PDP is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 30 January 1989.

Is F56 PDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F56 PDP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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