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H390 BGY

1991 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

52,594 mi
Last recorded52,594 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH390 BGY
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 52,594 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2026 52,594 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2015 52,593 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 52,593 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 52,144 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake hoses slightly perished

slight corrosion offside outer sill at rear

Pass 9 Jan 2014 51,986 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 51,986 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 51,644 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 51,164 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 50,494 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 50,494 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 50,491 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2009 50,082 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 49,711 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 49,354 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 48,980 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 48,268 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Radius arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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H390 BGY is a 1991 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1991 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 114,742 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 H390 BGY, 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 35 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 H390 BGY registered?

H390 BGY is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 13 April 1991.

Is H390 BGY safe to buy?

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