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F854 ENB

1988 Citroen Bx

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

164,370 mi
Last recorded164,370 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2012
Typical for 1988 Citroen Bx109,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF854 ENB
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2012 164,370 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 163,031 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 163,031 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 161,523 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 161,523 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 159,864 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 158,901 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 156,420 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 150,950 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 150,950 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2005 147,804 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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F854 ENB is a 1988 Citroen Bx in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 F854 ENB, 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 F854 ENB registered?

F854 ENB is a 1988 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F854 ENB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F854 ENB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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