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K542 FHJ

1993 Citroen Bx

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,801 mi
Last recorded117,801 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2012
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK542 FHJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2012 117,801 miles

front no plate in poor condition

Fail 7 Feb 2012 117,796 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

near sidewheel trim loose rubbing on valve

Pass 19 Jan 2011 114,476 miles

slight leaks from hydralic system joints

Pass 20 Jan 2010 108,432 miles

nearside front hand brake cable in poor codition

offside fron suspension unit has a slioght leak

offside front hand brake cable in poor condition and foulingwheel rim on full lock

rear exhaust box has alot of movement

Pass 17 Jan 2009 105,229 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 105,221 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 100,712 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 96,807 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 93,100 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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K542 FHJ is a 1993 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K542 FHJ, 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 K542 FHJ registered?

K542 FHJ is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 25 January 1993.

Is K542 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K542 FHJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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