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M520 DOU

1995 Citroen Bx

Blue Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,615 mi
Last recorded77,615 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM520 DOU
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2008 77,615 miles

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

uneven front tyre wear.

Fail 18 Feb 2008 77,615 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

uneven front tyre wear.

Pass 8 Feb 2007 75,351 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 75,359 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 72,488 miles

Nearside Rear 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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M520 DOU is a 1995 Citroen Bx in Blue with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 M520 DOU, 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 31 years old, this Citroen Bx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M520 DOU registered?

M520 DOU is a 1995 Citroen Bx, first registered on 9 March 1995.

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