Citroen Cx Familiale (1981)
1981 Citroen Cx Familiale
CarHunch is tracking 320 1981 Citroen Cx Familiale vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1981 Citroën CX Familiale has a 0% first-time MOT pass rate across 320 vehicles tested — dramatically below the UK average of 80% — which is a clear red flag that these cars are failing their inspections consistently. The lack of dangerous defects recorded is the only positive signal, but it doesn't offset the fundamental reliability message.
These are 40+ year old vehicles, and the zero pass rate combined with zero recorded failures and advisories suggests the data reflects a tiny population of barely-roadworthy survivors rather than a genuine cohort; any CX Familiale still in MOT testing is likely a cherished classic in poor condition. Before considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist in French classics — the blanket failure rate means standard dealer checks won't cut it.
We have 320 1981 Citroen Cx Familiale vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1981 Citroen Cx Familiale
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Citroen Cx Familiale
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (95%) | 304 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (5%) | 16 | 0% | 0 |
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