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ATJ 256X

1981 Citroen Dyane

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,400 mi
Last recorded5,400 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 Citroen Dyane55,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATJ 256X
MakeCitroen
ModelDyane
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 5,400 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split on ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split on ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 5,109 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 3,550 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 3,550 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 2,038 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 99,679 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 94,191 miles

ALL PREVIOUS ADVISE POINTS APPLY

VEHICLE CHASSIS HAS HAD MANY REPAIRS, A NEW CHASSIS SHOULD BE CONSIDERED A.S.A.P.

Fail 18 Sep 2006 94,191 miles

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

VEHICLE WHOLE UNDERSIDE HAS HAD MULTUIPAL WELDING REPAIRS AND ALL REQUIRE REINVESTIGATING

How Reliable is the Citroen Dyane?

Based on 5,415 MOT tests across 647 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 306
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 285
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 191
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 188
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 155
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ATJ 256X is a 1981 Citroen Dyane in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Citroen Dyane models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 55,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Dyane fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ATJ 256X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Dyane typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 45 years old, this Citroen Dyane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ATJ 256X registered?

ATJ 256X is a 1981 Citroen Dyane, first registered on 21 September 1981.

Is ATJ 256X safe to buy?

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