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J430 MKL

1991 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,338 mi
Last recorded107,338 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2013
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ430 MKL
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2013 107,338 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 106,394 miles

both rear tyres perishing and front tyre wearing low

water leak from engine and engine oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2011 105,345 miles

front tyres wearing low on tread ,,, rear tyres perishing

Fail 10 Nov 2011 105,345 miles

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

front tyres wearing low on tread ,,, rear tyres perishing

Pass 8 Nov 2010 104,237 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 103,230 miles

both rear tyres cracks in tread

Fail 16 Nov 2009 103,230 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracks in tread

Pass 17 Nov 2008 101,889 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 100,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 100,457 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 98,840 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

screen damaged.no plate damaged

Pass 8 Nov 2006 98,840 miles

screen damaged.no plate damaged

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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J430 MKL is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J430 MKL, 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 J430 MKL registered?

J430 MKL is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 24 October 1991.

Is J430 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J430 MKL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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