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J834 STF

1991 Citroen Bx

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,886 mi
Last recorded119,886 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ834 STF
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 119,886 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 117,213 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 115,472 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 114,103 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 113,372 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 112,787 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 111,891 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 110,160 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 108,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 108,280 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 105,167 miles

o/s/f tyre has damage to sidewall no cords exposed

Fail 21 Aug 2008 105,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2007 98,681 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 98,681 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2007 98,618 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Both handbrake cables rubbing slightly on tyres on full lock.

Corrosion developing in metal hydraulic pipes at nearside rear behind fuel tank.

Engine smokes when cold, ok when warm.

Evidence of oil leak from hydraulic unit mounted front of engine.

Handbrake travel long

Offside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover split.

Slight leak from two exhaust joints at rear.

Pass 12 Jun 2006 90,740 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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J834 STF is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J834 STF, 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 J834 STF registered?

J834 STF is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 18 November 1991.

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