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H640 JFC

1991 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,904 mi
Last recorded152,904 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH640 JFC
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 152,904 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Nearside rear outer sill corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2014 152,901 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both rear tyres perished

Nearside rear outer sill corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2013 152,486 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 151,168 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 149,812 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 148,466 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 146,560 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 143,537 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 143,521 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Centre front suspension acculamtor feed pipe damp (no leak at present).

Engine oil leak present from rear of cylinder head.

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

Nearside Front Upper Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

O.S.R door fails to open from inside.

Pass 26 Jun 2007 140,464 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 137,865 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 137,865 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

SMALL CRACK IN WINDSCREEN

UNABLE TO CHECK CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES

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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H640 JFC is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H640 JFC, 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.

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What year was H640 JFC registered?

H640 JFC is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 15 March 1991.

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