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A287 TGJ

1983 Citroen Acadiane

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,613 mi
Last recorded44,613 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2006
Typical for 1983 Citroen Acadiane28,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA287 TGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelAcadiane
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2006 44,613 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 44,613 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

How Reliable is the Citroen Acadiane?

Based on 742 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,553
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Stop lamp not working 26
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 22
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A287 TGJ is a 1983 Citroen Acadiane in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Citroen Acadiane models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 28,715 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 Acadiane fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A287 TGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Acadiane typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Citroen Acadiane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A287 TGJ registered?

A287 TGJ is a 1983 Citroen Acadiane, first registered on 7 October 1983.

Is A287 TGJ safe to buy?

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