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E788 FDL

1987 Citroen Cx

Brown Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

41,506 mi
Last recorded41,506 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2006
Typical for 1987 Citroen Cx112,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE788 FDL
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1987
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2006 41,506 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

vehicle is very rusty and some panels are covered with plastic trim preventing proper inspection

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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E788 FDL is a 1987 Citroen Cx in Brown with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1987 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 112,516 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 Cx fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E788 FDL, 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 39 years old, this Citroen Cx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E788 FDL registered?

E788 FDL is a 1987 Citroen Cx, first registered on 19 August 1987.

Is E788 FDL safe to buy?

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