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E183 GJM

1988 Citroen C25

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

146,441 mi
Last recorded146,441 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2008
Typical for 1988 Citroen C2588,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE183 GJM
MakeCitroen
ModelC25
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2008 146,441 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 143,700 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 131,668 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

advise both rear tyres show cracking

advise interference on o/s/r lights light unit damaged [temporary repair]

advise oil leaking onto exhaust

corrosion showing in n/s/f inner arch and o/s/f suspension mounting area

exhaust aged in places advise minor leak on front joint and rubber mounts show cracking

front discs showing age ridged and worn pads getting low [cannot see pads clearly]

front number plate damaged

gear selection stiff clutch requires attention

strong advise corrosion on n/s/r metal brake pipe

Fail 5 Mar 2007 131,668 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

advise both rear tyres show cracking

advise interference on o/s/r lights light unit damaged [temporary repair]

advise oil leaking onto exhaust

corrosion ssowing in n/s/f inner arch and o/s/f suspension mounting area

exhaust aged in places advise minor leak on front joint and rubber mounts show cracking

front discs showing age ridged and worn pads getting low [cannot see pads clearly]

front number plate damaged

gear selection stiff clutch requires attention

strong advise corrosion on n/s/r metal brake pipe

Pass 14 Jun 2006 129,462 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

advise oil leaking onto exhaust

both outer cv gaitors very cracked

oil leak

Fail 9 Jun 2006 129,462 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

advise oil leaking onto exhaust

both outer cv gaitors very cracked

oil leak

How Reliable is the Citroen C25?

Based on 11,077 MOT tests across 1,112 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
1,586
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 875
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 682
Brake pipe excessively corroded 594
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 504
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 447
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E183 GJM is a 1988 Citroen C25 in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Citroen C25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 88,670 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 C25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E183 GJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C25 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Citroen C25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E183 GJM is a 1988 Citroen C25, first registered on 26 February 1988.

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