Official DVLA Record

1991 CITROEN BX1.9L Diesel

J977 KLU

CITROEN BX (1991, Diesel, 1905cc) — mileage recorded at 99,452. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 17/06/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
1991
Engine
1905cc
Mechanical Assessment
The record for this 1991 Citroen BX shows a generally stable roadworthiness profile over the last three years, though the most recent test conducted on 19 June 2025 resulted in a pass with no dectective items or advisories noted. This follows a failure in June 2025 where the vehicle was rejected due to a missing offside steering rack gaiter. That specific issue was rectified and re-tested just two days later, suggesting the owner is responsive to immediate safety concerns when identified by the MOT tester. The mileage history is notably low for a vehicle of 35 years, having covered only 99,452 miles in total. This averages to approximately 2,800 miles per year. The data shows a consistent low-usage pattern, with only 5,029 miles recorded between 2022 and 2025. While low mileage often indicates less wear on own like tyres and brake pads, it also increases the risk of dry rot in rubber components and corrosion from periods of inactivity. A potential buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and structural integrity, as the vehicle's age and low mileage can lead to the hidden degradation of rubber bushes and metal joints. Given the previous failure regarding the steering artwork gaiter, a thorough check of the steering system for leaks or excessive play is advisable to ensure the repair was comprehensive. Beyond that, the history shows no recurring advisories for rust or mechanical wear in the recent years, which is a positive indicator for a car of this era.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 8 Aug 2026, 10:31
Mechanic's Historical Review
The record for this 1991 Citroen BX shows a generally stable roadworthiness profile over the last three years, though the most recent test conducted on 19 June 2025 resulted in a pass with no dectective items or advisories noted. This follows a failure in June 2025 where the vehicle was rejected due to a missing offside steering rack gaiter. That specific issue was rectified and re-tested just two days later, suggesting the owner is responsive to immediate safety concerns when identified by the MOT tester. The mileage history is notably low for a vehicle of 35 years, having covered only 99,452 miles in total. This averages to approximately 2,800 miles per year. The data shows a consistent low-usage pattern, with only 5,029 miles recorded between 2022 and 2025. While low mileage often indicates less wear on own like tyres and brake pads, it also increases the risk of dry rot in rubber components and corrosion from periods of inactivity. A potential buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and structural integrity, as the vehicle's age and low mileage can lead to the hidden degradation of rubber bushes and metal joints. Given the previous failure regarding the steering artwork gaiter, a thorough check of the steering system for leaks or excessive play is advisable to ensure the repair was comprehensive. Beyond that, the history shows no recurring advisories for rust or mechanical wear in the recent years, which is a positive indicator for a car of this era.
MOT Test History Overview

Checking the history for this 1991 Citroen Bx (J977 KLU), we found 5 MOT results in the period of April 2022 to June 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Steering (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.

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