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APK 862Y

1983 Citroen Cx

Grey Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,017 mi
Last recorded45,017 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Citroen Cx45,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPK 862Y
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 45,017 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 44,984 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2020 44,262 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Parking brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside rear inner wheel arch corroded, but just outside suspension prescribed area

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met minimum requirements, braking system may need adjustment or repair, nearside parking brake reading low

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 43,872 miles

Exhaust system corroded and has slight leak.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Handbrake has no reserve travel.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 43,780 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 43,730 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 43,381 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 42,624 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 42,184 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 41,995 miles

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

How Reliable is the Citroen Cx?

Based on 5,742 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
1,286
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 377
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 374
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 301
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 198
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 179
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APK 862Y is a 1983 Citroen Cx in Grey with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 45,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Cx fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APK 862Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Cx typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Citroen Cx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APK 862Y registered?

APK 862Y is a 1983 Citroen Cx, first registered on 26 May 1983.

Is APK 862Y safe to buy?

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