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H550 ELF

1990 Citroen Bx

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,912 mi
Last recorded83,912 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH550 ELF
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 83,912 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened X2 (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated PROMPT REPLACEMENT IS ADVISED! (2.1.5)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 83,912 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened X2 (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated PROMPT REPLACEMENT IS ADVISED! (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 83,628 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 81,921 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 81,775 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 80,614 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 79,324 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 79,324 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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H550 ELF is a 1990 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H550 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 H550 ELF registered?

H550 ELF is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H550 ELF safe to buy?

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