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G85 UOU

1989 Citroen Bx

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

87,305 mi
Last recorded87,305 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG85 UOU
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2008 87,305 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2007 78,163 miles

FRONT SUSPENSION SHPERES BADLY WORN

Fail 13 Apr 2007 78,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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G85 UOU is a 1989 Citroen Bx in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 G85 UOU, 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 G85 UOU registered?

G85 UOU is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 August 1989.

Is G85 UOU safe to buy?

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