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F907 NWS

1988 Citroen Cx

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2010
Tests7 (2 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate28.6%

Mileage

124,882 mi
Last recorded124,882 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 1988 Citroen Cx104,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF907 NWS
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2023 124,882 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative nearside not working. (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hole in nearside rear light lens

rust hole in nearside rear inner sill

rust hole in offside front floor pan

rust holes around windscreen.

rust holes in bonnet

rust holes in inner + outer sills but not within prescribed area

rust holes in the front end of offside outer sill

rusty chassis + rusty underside of vehicle

rusty holes in nearside inner wheel arch.

rusty holes in offside inner wheel arch.

sill covers fitted at time of test

very rusty brake pipes + very rusty suspension pipes.

Fail 3 Apr 2023 124,856 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hole in nearside rear light lens

outer sill covers fitted at time of test.

rust hole in nearside rear wheel arch

rust hole in offside inner + outer sill but outside prescribed area

rust holes around windscreen

rust holes in nearside front wheel arch

rust holes in offside front wheel arch

rusty chassis + rusty under side of vehicle

very rusty suspension pipes + very rusty brake pipes

Pass 14 Jul 2009 124,063 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 124,063 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 123,981 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Feb 2006 121,177 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 121,177 miles

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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F907 NWS is a 1988 Citroen Cx in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 28.6%.

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 F907 NWS, 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 F907 NWS registered?

F907 NWS is a 1988 Citroen Cx, first registered on 10 August 1988.

Is F907 NWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F907 NWS shows 7 tests with a 28.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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