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F590 ETT

1988 Citroen Cx

Silver Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,988 mi
Last recorded122,988 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2009
Typical for 1988 Citroen Cx104,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF590 ETT
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2009 122,988 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 129,987 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 124,663 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 124,555 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

brake pipes and suspension pipes corroding

offside front flexi brake hose perishing

Pass 19 Sep 2006 120,685 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 120,676 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

How Reliable is the Citroen Cx?

Based on 5,742 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
1,286
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 377
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 374
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 301
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 198
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 179
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F590 ETT is a 1988 Citroen Cx in Silver with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 104,340 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Cx fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F590 ETT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Cx typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 38 years old, this Citroen Cx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F590 ETT registered?

F590 ETT is a 1988 Citroen Cx, first registered on 18 August 1988.

Is F590 ETT safe to buy?

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