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F870 YRN

1989 Citroen Bx

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

190,679 mi
Last recorded190,679 miles
Recorded on3 May 2006
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF870 YRN
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 May 2006 190,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F870 YRN is a 1989 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 F870 YRN, 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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What year was F870 YRN registered?

F870 YRN is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F870 YRN safe to buy?

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