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C956 RPA

1985 Citroen Visa

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,979 mi
Last recorded42,979 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2009
Typical for 1985 Citroen Visa59,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC956 RPA
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2009 42,979 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,929 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 42,929 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 42,481 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 42,714 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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C956 RPA is a 1985 Citroen Visa in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C956 RPA, 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 C956 RPA registered?

C956 RPA is a 1985 Citroen Visa, first registered on 30 August 1985.

Is C956 RPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C956 RPA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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