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DEX 959Y

1983 Citroen Cx

Silver Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

22,440 mi
Last recorded22,440 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2009
Typical for 1983 Citroen Cx45,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEX 959Y
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2009 22,440 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,873 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

various welding repairs have been carried out under vehicle and been painted over with undersealant

Pass 20 Sep 2007 14,092 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 14,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 108,378 miles

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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DEX 959Y is a 1983 Citroen Cx in Silver with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DEX 959Y, 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

How do I check the history of DEX 959Y?

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What year was DEX 959Y registered?

DEX 959Y is a 1983 Citroen Cx, first registered on 11 January 1983.

Is DEX 959Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEX 959Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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