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F57 OJM

1989 Citroen Bx

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,239 mi
Last recorded84,239 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF57 OJM
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2021 84,239 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Many affected. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Across axle pipes. (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Front Service brake excessively binding Both sides. (1.2.1 (f))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Also cables deteriorated badly. (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Many affected. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipes badly corroded.

Indicator stalk loose.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 83,350 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Dec 2017 81,218 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 12 Dec 2016 78,470 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 76,019 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 16 Dec 2014 74,062 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 17 Dec 2013 72,829 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 13 Dec 2012 71,236 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 20 Dec 2011 69,544 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 67,960 miles

various suspension pipes rusty

Pass 7 Dec 2009 66,306 miles

Battery insecure

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 64,583 miles

some suspension pipes rusty

Pass 17 Dec 2007 62,759 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 62,759 miles

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

Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2006 60,726 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 60,726 miles

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

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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F57 OJM is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 F57 OJM, 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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F57 OJM is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 5 January 1989.

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