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G289 EFX

1990 Citroen Bx

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

226,674 mi
Last recorded226,674 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG289 EFX
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2006 226,674 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 226,674 miles

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

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

all metal brake and hydraulic lines corroded

antiroll bar rubbing water pipe offside front

drivers door hinge broken away

front outer brake pads look low

handbrake travel

hydraulic pump belt cracked

middle and rear exhuast corroded

nearside headlight in poor condition (colour)

offside front hydralic strut pipes damp

offside front seat belt webbing frayed

radiator pressure cap leaking water

rear load valve damp

rear top axel bushes/plates split and weak

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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G289 EFX is a 1990 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 109,306 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 G289 EFX, 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 36 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G289 EFX registered?

G289 EFX is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 14 February 1990.

Is G289 EFX safe to buy?

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