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K289 KNJ

1992 Citroen Bx

Grey Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

75,613 mi
Last recorded75,613 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2008
Typical for 1992 Citroen Bx125,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK289 KNJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2008 75,613 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine oil level low

Pass 2 Jul 2007 66,085 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 65,948 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2006 62,228 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 62,228 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2005 60,571 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 60,571 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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K289 KNJ is a 1992 Citroen Bx in Grey with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1992 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 125,974 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 K289 KNJ, 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 34 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K289 KNJ?

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What year was K289 KNJ registered?

K289 KNJ is a 1992 Citroen Bx, first registered on 19 August 1992.

Is K289 KNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K289 KNJ shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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