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C716 GEV

1985 Citroen Visa

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,793 mi
Last recorded75,793 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 1985 Citroen Visa59,065 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC716 GEV
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 75,793 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Slight underbody corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2022 74,491 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

both rear wheel arches covered with tape

slight under body corrosion

Pass 13 Apr 2021 73,047 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 12 Apr 2021 73,047 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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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C716 GEV is a 1985 Citroen Visa in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C716 GEV, 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 C716 GEV registered?

C716 GEV is a 1985 Citroen Visa, first registered on 1 September 1985.

Is C716 GEV safe to buy?

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