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K293 YFC

1993 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,317 mi
Last recorded143,317 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK293 YFC
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 143,317 miles

oil leaks

Pass 8 Jul 2015 142,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 137,661 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 128,992 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 119,056 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 110,639 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 110,637 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 109,303 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 107,971 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 107,949 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Advise long handbrake travel

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 106,635 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 105,026 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 105,026 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

tracking

Pass 23 Jun 2006 102,889 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 102,889 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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K293 YFC is a 1993 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1993 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 133,174 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 K293 YFC, 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 33 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K293 YFC registered?

K293 YFC is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 24 February 1993.

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