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H473 ELF

1990 Citroen Bx

Grey Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

203,060 mi
Last recorded203,060 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2010
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH473 ELF
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2010 203,060 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 198,312 miles

both front brake disc slight wear on inner faces.

Pass 20 Nov 2008 193,336 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 188,244 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 183,931 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 183,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2005 178,714 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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H473 ELF is a 1990 Citroen Bx in Grey with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H473 ELF, 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.

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What year was H473 ELF registered?

H473 ELF is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H473 ELF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H473 ELF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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