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E601 FPB

1987 Citroen Visa

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,969 mi
Last recorded74,969 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Citroen Visa73,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE601 FPB
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 74,969 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 74,869 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 74,599 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 74,599 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 74,599 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 74,533 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 74,079 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 73,715 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 73,618 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 73,618 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 74,656 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 71,750 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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E601 FPB is a 1987 Citroen Visa in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1987 Citroen Visa models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 73,618 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 E601 FPB, 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 39 years old, this Citroen Visa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E601 FPB?

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What year was E601 FPB registered?

E601 FPB is a 1987 Citroen Visa, first registered on 19 October 1987.

Is E601 FPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E601 FPB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E601 FPB have outstanding finance?

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