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J628 BYA

1991 Citroen Bx

Green Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

160,157 mi
Last recorded160,157 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ628 BYA
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 160,157 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 158,545 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 157,453 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 156,006 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 153,971 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 151,473 miles

Both front suspension leak off hoses perished.

Pass 4 Nov 2019 146,703 miles

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both sides rear (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 139,093 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 131,195 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 122,708 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 115,396 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 110,400 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 102,586 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 102,585 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 99,715 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 93,884 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 93,311 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 93,239 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 92,248 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 May 2008 89,168 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 89,163 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 86,075 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 83,710 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly

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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J628 BYA is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Green with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 J628 BYA, 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 J628 BYA registered?

J628 BYA is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 30 August 1991.

Is J628 BYA safe to buy?

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