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K209 DDP

1993 Citroen Bx

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,518 mi
Last recorded137,518 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2010
Typical for 1993 Citroen Bx133,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK209 DDP
MakeCitroen
ModelBx
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2010 137,518 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 137,518 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 127,043 miles

heavy engine oil leaks.

Fail 30 Jan 2009 127,043 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

heavy engine oil leaks.

Pass 30 Jan 2008 115,496 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 115,496 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 104,336 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2005 94,681 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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K209 DDP is a 1993 Citroen Bx in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Citroen Bx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 133,174 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 Bx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K209 DDP, 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 33 years old, this Citroen Bx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K209 DDP registered?

K209 DDP is a 1993 Citroen Bx, first registered on 6 January 1993.

Is K209 DDP safe to buy?

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