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F840 OPM

1989 Citroen Bx

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

130,330 mi
Last recorded130,330 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF840 OPM
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2007 130,330 miles

most brake and suspension pipes rusting

slight play in rack n/s

Fail 18 Jun 2007 130,200 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

play in steering rack n/s.

suspension and brake pipe corrosion.

Pass 19 Jul 2006 127,115 miles

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

most rear brake and suspension pipes rusting

rear suspension height adjuster damp

Fail 18 Jul 2006 127,115 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front suspension firm

most rear suspension and brake pipes rusting

rear suspension height adjuster damp

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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F840 OPM is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 F840 OPM, 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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F840 OPM is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 21 January 1989.

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