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B981 HDP

1985 Citroen Visa

Silver Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

74,354 mi
Last recorded74,354 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1985 Citroen Visa59,065 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB981 HDP
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2020 74,354 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch by shock absorber (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch by shock absorber (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative Rear load compensatory valve arm seized (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake discs slightly corroded

Offside Front Slight coolant leak

Service brake binding but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (f))

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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B981 HDP is a 1985 Citroen Visa in Silver with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B981 HDP, 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 B981 HDP registered?

B981 HDP is a 1985 Citroen Visa, first registered on 29 March 1985.

Is B981 HDP safe to buy?

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