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H71 XNV

1990 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

182,892 mi
Last recorded182,892 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2008
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH71 XNV
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2008 182,892 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 182,892 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2007 180,964 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 180,964 miles

Fluid suspension supply pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 175,356 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 175,341 miles

Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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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H71 XNV is a 1990 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 H71 XNV, 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 H71 XNV registered?

H71 XNV is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 26 November 1990.

Is H71 XNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H71 XNV shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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