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K581 URU

1993 Citroen Bx

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

191,883 mi
Last recorded191,883 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2007
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK581 URU
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2007 191,883 miles

Handbrake cables are in poor condition

O/s/r tyre is getting low on tread

Fail 22 Feb 2007 191,857 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Handbrake cables are in poor condition

O/s/r tyre is getting low on tread

Pass 14 Feb 2006 190,068 miles

fuel cap broken. †

Fail 13 Feb 2006 190,068 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f brake is binding on. †Both front brake hoses are perished. †Hand brake cables are in poor condition. †fuel cap lock is broken. †

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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K581 URU is a 1993 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 K581 URU, 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 K581 URU registered?

K581 URU is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 29 January 1993.

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