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K791 TKL

1993 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

202,694 mi
Last recorded202,694 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK791 TKL
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 202,694 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 197,843 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 195,281 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 188,388 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 184,547 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 180,041 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 175,281 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 170,467 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 170,462 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 167,661 miles

oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2015 167,661 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

oil leak

Pass 3 Nov 2014 164,857 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Fail 3 Nov 2014 164,856 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2013 160,000 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Oct 2012 156,814 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 151,888 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 151,888 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 150,413 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 148,240 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 148,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 Sep 2007 147,132 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 147,132 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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K791 TKL is a 1993 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K791 TKL, 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 K791 TKL registered?

K791 TKL is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 16 February 1993.

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