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G741 SEG

1990 Citroen Bx

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

55,010 mi
Last recorded55,010 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG741 SEG
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2012 55,010 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 52,013 miles

n/s/f has misting of oil

o/s/f misting oil

travel on park brake

Pass 19 Feb 2010 50,678 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel filler neck corroded

Inner wheel arches corroded, repaired with plates.

Fail 19 Feb 2010 50,678 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel filler neck corroded

Inner wheel arches corroded, repaired with plates.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 50,343 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2008 50,343 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 50,217 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

body corroded on underside near spare wheel

Pass 23 Oct 2006 49,580 miles

nearside front bottom ball joint boot split

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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G741 SEG is a 1990 Citroen Bx in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 G741 SEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G741 SEG registered?

G741 SEG is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 27 March 1990.

Is G741 SEG safe to buy?

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