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H855 YGX

1990 Citroen Bx

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

181,087 mi
Last recorded181,087 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH855 YGX
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 181,087 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 179,243 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 175,954 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 175,574 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 174,682 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 174,648 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 172,904 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 172,742 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 172,297 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 170,614 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 164,047 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm worn but not seriously weakened slight play detected (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 157,984 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 153,132 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 147,150 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 147,141 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 144,589 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 143,371 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 138,560 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 138,493 miles

Centre Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 131,775 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 129,052 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 121,120 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 121,120 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2005 115,728 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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H855 YGX is a 1990 Citroen Bx in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H855 YGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H855 YGX registered?

H855 YGX is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 September 1990.

Is H855 YGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H855 YGX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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