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C259 AOU

1985 Citroen Visa

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,641 mi
Last recorded44,641 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Citroen Visa59,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC259 AOU
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 44,641 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2016 44,617 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2015 40,393 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 40,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 35,406 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 35,454 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 35,361 miles

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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C259 AOU is a 1985 Citroen Visa in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C259 AOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C259 AOU registered?

C259 AOU is a 1985 Citroen Visa, first registered on 20 September 1985.

Is C259 AOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C259 AOU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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