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J438 CYM

1991 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,410 mi
Last recorded89,410 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ438 CYM
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 89,410 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres perished

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

rear floor damaged

Pass 2 Aug 2011 88,632 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 87,938 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 86,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 84,532 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 82,358 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front no. plate cracked.

Pass 9 Aug 2006 80,142 miles

Front no. plate cracked

Fail 2 Aug 2006 80,077 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension interconnecting pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Fluid suspension interconnecting pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Front no. plate cracked

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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J438 CYM is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 J438 CYM, 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 J438 CYM registered?

J438 CYM is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 21 August 1991.

Is J438 CYM safe to buy?

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