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J913 XAK

1991 Citroen Bx

Black Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

115,757 mi
Last recorded115,757 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2012
Typical for 1991 Citroen Bx114,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ913 XAK
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2012 115,757 miles

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

battery insecure

offside front suspension supply pipes corroding

possible engine mounting worn?

possible oil leak from offside front shock absorber

rear brake pads - condition unknown - no visual access

spare tyre worn / deteriorated

washer jets weak to nearside of screen

Fail 11 Jan 2012 115,748 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Fluid suspension levelling valve leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 115,608 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 115,608 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 115,190 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 114,579 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 114,253 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 114,253 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Fluid suspension levelling valve leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 113,242 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 112,325 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 112,325 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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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J913 XAK is a 1991 Citroen Bx in Black with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J913 XAK, 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 J913 XAK registered?

J913 XAK is a 1991 Citroen Bx, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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