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L221 SKV

1993 Citroen Bx

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

151,503 mi
Last recorded151,503 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL221 SKV
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 151,503 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 150,423 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 148,506 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 145,687 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 143,955 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 140,682 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 139,308 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 139,299 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front to centrepipe (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 136,559 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 134,391 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front suspension hgoses slightly perished

slight fluid leak from rear suspension sphere

Fail 22 Aug 2017 134,386 miles

Braking system leaking o/s/f caliper (3.6.A.1)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front suspension hgoses slightly perished

slight fluid leak from rear suspension sphere

Fail 15 Aug 2017 124,379 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 129,632 miles

Nearside Rear both rear tyres wearing on edges

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 124,217 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 118,450 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 113,717 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 108,007 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 107,948 miles

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 187,021 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 102,517 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 98,210 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 91,714 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 87,319 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 86,534 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 84,838 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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L221 SKV is a 1993 Citroen Bx in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 L221 SKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L221 SKV registered?

L221 SKV is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 21 October 1993.

Is L221 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L221 SKV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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