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H878 CPX

1990 Citroen Bx

Grey Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,294 mi
Last recorded168,294 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2009
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH878 CPX
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2009 168,294 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 164,041 miles

Oil leak

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

exhaust in poor condition.

underbody corrosion in places.

Fail 6 Dec 2008 163,898 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

exhaust in poor condition.

underbody corrosion in places.

Pass 8 Dec 2007 159,915 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre perishing.

underbody corrosion in places.

Fail 1 Dec 2007 159,647 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre perishing.

underbody corrosion in places.

Pass 5 Dec 2006 151,078 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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H878 CPX is a 1990 Citroen Bx in Grey with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H878 CPX, 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 H878 CPX registered?

H878 CPX is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 28 September 1990.

Is H878 CPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H878 CPX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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