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J414 CGH

1991 Citroen Bx

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

123,251 mi
Last recorded123,251 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2012
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ414 CGH
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2012 123,251 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 123,070 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 123,070 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2010 123,058 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 116,468 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 116,468 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 115,578 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 114,064 miles

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

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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J414 CGH is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 J414 CGH, 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 J414 CGH registered?

J414 CGH is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J414 CGH safe to buy?

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