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J539 RAN

1991 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1760cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,525 mi
Last recorded139,525 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2010
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ539 RAN
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,760cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2010 139,525 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 137,295 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 130,899 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 129,274 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 128,857 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 128,857 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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J539 RAN is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,760cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J539 RAN, 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 J539 RAN registered?

J539 RAN is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 19 September 1991.

Is J539 RAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J539 RAN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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