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J343 ORU

1991 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,035 mi
Last recorded137,035 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ343 ORU
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 137,035 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 133,786 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 30,576 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 126,523 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 126,523 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 121,263 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 115,129 miles

all under body pipes and components lubricated

Pass 15 Jul 2008 110,077 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 109,946 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 105,315 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 99,980 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 94,170 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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J343 ORU is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J343 ORU, 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 J343 ORU registered?

J343 ORU is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J343 ORU safe to buy?

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