Citroen BX MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Citroen BX. Check any BX by registration number below.

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81.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.4%

vs Citroen Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Citroen BX — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen BX has an average MOT pass rate of 81.3%, which is 3.4 percentage points below the Citroen brand average of 84.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the BX is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Citroen BX fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced. If you are preparing your BX for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Citroen BX, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Citroen BX performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 52 vehicles

82.7%Good

Citroen average: 84.7%

2001

Based on 91 vehicles

83.5%Good

Citroen average: 84.7%

Mileage at 10yr

203k mi

2000

Based on 120 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

Mileage at 10yr

177k mi

1999

Based on 347 vehicles

85.3%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

Mileage at 10yr

190k mi

1998

Based on 284 vehicles

89.4%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

Mileage at 10yr

193k mi

1997

Based on 326 vehicles

85.9%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

1996

Based on 256 vehicles

89.1%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

1995

Based on 132 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

1994

Based on 247 vehicles

89.1%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

1993

Based on 123 vehicles

73.2%Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

30.6%

1992

Based on 180 vehicles

73.9%Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

17.7%

1991

Based on 167 vehicles

79.0%Good

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

18.5%

1990

Based on 172 vehicles

70.9%Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

29.1%

1989

Based on 135 vehicles

69.6%Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

14.3%

1988

Based on 78 vehicles

78.2%Good

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

11.9%

0

Based on 345 vehicles

76.8%Good

Citroen average: 84.7%

Mileage at 5yr

121k mi

Top MOT Failures — Citroen BX

The most common reasons a Citroen BX fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

12.8%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

10.4%

Citroen BX Common Faults & Repair Costs

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See detailed fault analysis for Citroen BX

Citroen BX — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen BX MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen BX?

The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen BX is 81.3% compared to the Citroen average of 84.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Citroen BX?

The most common MOT failures on the Citroen BX are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (12.8%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (10.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Citroen BX reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 81.3%, the Citroen BX is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Citroen BX?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Citroen BX?

Typical mileage for the Citroen BX: 203,047 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used BX to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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