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B399 FMW

1985 Citroen Visa

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,275 mi
Last recorded70,275 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1985 Citroen Visa59,065 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB399 FMW
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2018 70,275 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 70,251 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 67,560 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 66,888 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 65,123 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 64,090 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 63,517 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 59,710 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Citroen Visa?

Based on 1,231 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
Side repeater not working 60
Headlamp aim too low 44
Stop lamp not working 43
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B399 FMW is a 1985 Citroen Visa in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Citroen Visa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 59,065 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Visa fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B399 FMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Visa typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Citroen Visa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B399 FMW registered?

B399 FMW is a 1985 Citroen Visa, first registered on 29 April 1985.

Is B399 FMW safe to buy?

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