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G820 ALB

1990 Citroen Bx

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,160 mi
Last recorded81,160 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG820 ALB
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 81,160 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Bot front flexis staring to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both steering gaiters starting to crack

Fail 15 Sep 2018 81,160 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Bot front flexis staring to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

both steering gaiters starting to crack

Pass 23 Feb 2017 79,897 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 79,889 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2015 76,218 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front wiper slightly deteriated

slight oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2015 76,218 miles

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

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

front wiper slightly deteriated

slight oil leak

Centre Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 69,030 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 66,648 miles

Front susp. return pipes slightly corroded

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Slight blow on exhaust centre box pipe clamps

Pass 19 Nov 2012 62,450 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 61,262 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 59,902 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 58,932 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 57,401 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007
Fail 22 Nov 2007 56,557 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 55,945 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 54,205 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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G820 ALB is a 1990 Citroen Bx in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G820 ALB, 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 G820 ALB registered?

G820 ALB is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 21 February 1990.

Is G820 ALB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G820 ALB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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