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J517 TJM

1991 Citroen Bx

Grey Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,114 mi
Last recorded96,114 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ517 TJM
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 96,114 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load plastic casing (5.2.4a)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust hanger broken exhaust still supported

Pass 24 Aug 2015 94,763 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2014 93,492 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower engine mounting bracket not fully secure (6.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres perished

exhaust rear mount broken but system still supported

Fail 16 Oct 2014 93,492 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower engine mounting bracket not fully secure (6.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres perished

exhaust rear mount broken but system still supported

Pass 30 Sep 2013 92,085 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 90,665 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2011 89,540 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 85,962 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 85,903 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 87,211 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 86,250 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2007 85,436 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 84,543 miles

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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J517 TJM is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Grey with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 J517 TJM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J517 TJM registered?

J517 TJM is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 12 December 1991.

Is J517 TJM safe to buy?

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