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C450 XOW

1985 Citroen Visa

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

100,362 mi
Last recorded100,362 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Citroen Visa59,065 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC450 XOW
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 100,362 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 100,264 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 100,416 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 99,975 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 99,775 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 99,615 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 99,453 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 99,453 miles

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2017 99,126 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 98,924 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 98,625 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 98,299 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 97,800 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 97,302 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 97,005 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 97,005 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 96,616 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 96,223 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 95,809 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 95,251 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 94,527 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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C450 XOW is a 1985 Citroen Visa in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 C450 XOW, 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 C450 XOW registered?

C450 XOW is a 1985 Citroen Visa, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C450 XOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C450 XOW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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