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L480 HEH

1993 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,504 mi
Last recorded158,504 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2009
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL480 HEH
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2009 158,504 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to expose the cords

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Suspension fluid hose adjacent to exhaust manifold

Pass 16 Jul 2008 148,636 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

rear brakes slightly uneven

Pass 26 Jul 2007 136,593 miles

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

Oil leak

slight increase/ decrease rear brakes

Pass 4 Aug 2006 123,822 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 123,822 miles

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Oil leak

all four tyres are on the limmits

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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L480 HEH is a 1993 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L480 HEH, 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 L480 HEH registered?

L480 HEH is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 9 August 1993.

Is L480 HEH safe to buy?

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