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A560 SBK

1984 Citroen Gsa

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

75,875 mi
Last recorded75,875 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2007
Typical for 1984 Citroen Gsa65,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA560 SBK
MakeCitroen
ModelGsa
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2007 75,875 miles

previous advise notes apply 19/06/2007

Fail 19 Jun 2007 75,681 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

corrosion at rear subframe / sills , floors

imbalance on front brakes

noise from n/s/r wheel , suspect brake

oil leak , possibly suspension fluid ? , close to front brake disc / pads

parking brake imbalance

possible fault on headlamp switch ?

rear brakes concealed

rear fog lamp switch sticky to switch off

slight play steering column lower bush

wheel trims fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2006 74,700 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 74,700 miles

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

PREVIOUS ADVISE NOTES APPLY 03/07/2006 + O/S/F SUSPENSION PIPE KINKED CORROSION AT O/S/R JACKING POINT

Fail 3 Jul 2006 74,689 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

WHEEL TRIMS FITTED SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK OIL LEAKS MAY CONTAMINATE INBOARD BRAKE DISCS HYDRAULIC FLUID LOW REAR SUBFRAME CORRODING POSS FAULT ON LIGHT SWITCH

How Reliable is the Citroen Gsa?

Based on 1,267 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
947
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 42
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
Stop lamp not working 34
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 33
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A560 SBK is a 1984 Citroen Gsa in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1984 Citroen Gsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 65,246 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 Gsa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A560 SBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Gsa typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 42 years old, this Citroen Gsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A560 SBK registered?

A560 SBK is a 1984 Citroen Gsa, first registered on 18 April 1984.

Is A560 SBK safe to buy?

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