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F702 GNJ

1988 Citroen Bx

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,371 mi
Last recorded47,371 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2008
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF702 GNJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2008 47,371 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 46,812 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 36,338 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 36,158 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wiper becoming poor condition

Oil leak

strongly advise indicator & hazards some times get stuck on hand brake travel high low idle engine cuts out at times return pipes for suspension split slighty damp o/s/f power brake warning light on low pads ?

Pass 11 Nov 2006 31,077 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 31,077 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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F702 GNJ is a 1988 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F702 GNJ, 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.

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What year was F702 GNJ registered?

F702 GNJ is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 5 August 1988.

Is F702 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F702 GNJ shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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