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J397 MKE

1992 Citroen Bx

Green Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

253,155 mi
Last recorded253,155 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2007
Typical for 1992 Citroen Bx125,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ397 MKE
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2007 253,155 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 11 Sep 2007 253,155 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 17 Aug 2007 253,125 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Mar 2007 251,037 miles

Gear knob coming loose

Handbrake needs adjustment

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 29 Dec 2006 250,915 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2005 245,519 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

small hole in o/s/r lamp but not showing white light

Fail 29 Dec 2005 245,519 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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J397 MKE is a 1992 Citroen Bx in Green with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 J397 MKE, 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 J397 MKE registered?

J397 MKE is a 1992 Citroen Bx, first registered on 2 January 1992.

Is J397 MKE safe to buy?

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