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J174 MLT

1992 Citroen Bx

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,136 mi
Last recorded117,136 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Citroen Bx125,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ174 MLT
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 117,136 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner and outer sill sections (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 116,682 miles

oil leak

vehicle undersealed

Fail 8 Jan 2025 116,682 miles

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

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

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

oil leak

vehicle undersealed

Pass 13 Jul 2022 116,432 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 116,421 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2008 113,692 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 113,692 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 111,984 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 109,340 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 109,340 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

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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J174 MLT is a 1992 Citroen Bx in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 125,974 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 J174 MLT, 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 34 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J174 MLT registered?

J174 MLT is a 1992 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J174 MLT safe to buy?

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