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FPB 225V

1979 Citroen Cx

Blue Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,397 mi
Last recorded60,397 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Citroen Cx58,787 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPB 225V
MakeCitroen
ModelCx
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 60,397 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 60,397 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2017 56,003 miles

Handbrake has little reserve travel.

Nearside Front Play in inner rack joint

Pass 13 Apr 2016 51,513 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

play in o/s inner steering rack joint

Pass 18 Mar 2015 47,204 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 42,775 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 38,687 miles

o/s/f suspension unit slightly damp

Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,713 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 34,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 30,524 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 27,578 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 23,807 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 20,118 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 16,170 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 16,170 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 9,666 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

handbrake travel may need attention before long

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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FPB 225V is a 1979 Citroen Cx in Blue with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1979 Citroen Cx models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 58,787 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 FPB 225V, 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 47 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 FPB 225V registered?

FPB 225V is a 1979 Citroen Cx, first registered on 26 September 1979.

Is FPB 225V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPB 225V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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