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G453 WAN

1989 Citroen Bx

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

212,025 mi
Last recorded212,025 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG453 WAN
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 212,025 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 206,863 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 202,513 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 202,513 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 194,458 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 183,899 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 183,899 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 175,759 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 175,759 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 166,578 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 166,573 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 158,683 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 158,613 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 149,138 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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G453 WAN is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 G453 WAN, 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 G453 WAN registered?

G453 WAN is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 17 August 1989.

Is G453 WAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G453 WAN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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