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H738 YRN

1991 Citroen Bx

Grey Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

110,832 mi
Last recorded110,832 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH738 YRN
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 110,832 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

areas of general corrosion

Pass 17 Jun 2022 110,474 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 110,464 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 109,103 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 107,407 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2020 107,407 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 100,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 100,043 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 91,152 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 91,151 miles

Nearside Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked ball joint nut (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 83,321 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 83,165 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 83,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 82,792 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 82,245 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 81,671 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 81,021 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 80,304 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 80,304 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 79,935 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 78,476 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 77,519 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 77,519 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 76,614 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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H738 YRN is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Grey with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 H738 YRN, 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 H738 YRN registered?

H738 YRN is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 28 February 1991.

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