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J427 OPD

1991 Citroen Bx

Grey Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

124,181 mi
Last recorded124,181 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ427 OPD
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 124,181 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 122,904 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 122,201 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 113,978 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 102,580 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 102,425 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 101,615 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Minor LHM leak from reservoir

Oil leak

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

offside front brake caliper seal deteriorated

Pass 8 Dec 2011 101,233 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip provision worn

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Minor LHM leak from reservoir

Offside front brake caliper rubber seal perished

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2010 99,533 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2009 98,203 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

slight corrosion n/s/r inner sill

Fail 16 Nov 2009 98,203 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

slight corrosion n/s/r inner sill

Pass 25 Nov 2008 97,271 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 95,712 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 94,011 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 94,011 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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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J427 OPD is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Grey with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 J427 OPD, 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 J427 OPD registered?

J427 OPD is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 November 1991.

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