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L511 FNB

1993 Citroen Bx

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

103,690 mi
Last recorded103,690 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL511 FNB
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 103,690 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 103,681 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 May 2009 95,667 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 95,667 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

o/s and n/s rear lamps damaged,

Pass 15 Apr 2008 83,338 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 83,329 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 71,080 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 71,073 miles

Front Brake valve has an excessive discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 52,443 miles

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

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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L511 FNB is a 1993 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 L511 FNB, 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 L511 FNB registered?

L511 FNB is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 30 September 1993.

Is L511 FNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L511 FNB shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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