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SXI 8408

1990 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

162,316 mi
Last recorded162,316 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Citroen Bx109,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXI 8408
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 162,316 miles

oil leaks

Fail 27 Apr 2016 162,316 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leaks

Pass 22 Apr 2015 156,239 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 156,238 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 150,244 miles

offside headlamp lens insecure

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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SXI 8408 is a 1990 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 109,306 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 SXI 8408, 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 36 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SXI 8408 registered?

SXI 8408 is a 1990 Citroen Bx, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is SXI 8408 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXI 8408 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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