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J288 VAC

1992 Citroen Bx

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,507 mi
Last recorded40,507 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Citroen Bx125,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ288 VAC
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 40,507 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 39,828 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Nov 2023 39,389 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 38,151 miles

Central propshaft joint worn

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Mar 2021 36,658 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 35,742 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 34,314 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (3.6.B.4d)

wiper slow opreation

Pass 15 Apr 2013 33,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 24 Apr 2012 33,495 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,833 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,017 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 30,770 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 30,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 30,410 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 28,379 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 28,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 25,945 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 25,945 miles

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

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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J288 VAC is a 1992 Citroen Bx in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J288 VAC, 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 J288 VAC registered?

J288 VAC is a 1992 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 May 1992.

Is J288 VAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J288 VAC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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