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G278 PFG

1989 Citroen Bx

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,852 mi
Last recorded27,852 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2009
Typical for 1989 Citroen Bx110,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG278 PFG
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2009 27,852 miles

nearside door mirror loose

Fail 4 Aug 2009 27,852 miles

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

nearside door mirror loose

Pass 17 Jun 2008 26,625 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 24,259 miles

Handbrake travel

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

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

STRONG ADVISE:- OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN INNER EDGE AND CLOSE TO LIMIT.

Pass 22 Jun 2006 22,376 miles

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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G278 PFG is a 1989 Citroen Bx in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 110,487 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G278 PFG, 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 37 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G278 PFG registered?

G278 PFG is a 1989 Citroen Bx, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G278 PFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G278 PFG 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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