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G896 OMV

1989 Citroen C25

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,386 mi
Last recorded91,386 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 1989 Citroen C2585,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG896 OMV
MakeCitroen
ModelC25
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Fail 17 Jan 2023 91,386 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s n/s out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper strut mount/inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement engine mount corroded at chassis mounting (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper strut mounting /inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger area rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 90,938 miles

Front Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction solar panel fitted to windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced gearbox mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole underside corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 90,918 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to front suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to front suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction solar panel fitted to windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole underside corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 89,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

various areas been wielded on under side

Fail 11 Jan 2021 89,561 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2019 88,566 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 142,513 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 88,540 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 88,478 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 88,478 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 88,386 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 86,682 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 83,501 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 83,501 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear brake pipe clip coroded

Pass 7 Jul 2010 83,243 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 83,243 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 82,756 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 82,755 miles

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

Nearside Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Front nearside tyre has radial cracking around wall

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 81,865 miles

Corrosion on offside panels not affecting structure

Fail 14 Apr 2008 81,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Corrosion on offside panels not affecting structure

Pass 18 Apr 2007 80,702 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 80,703 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 78,905 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 78,905 miles

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

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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G896 OMV is a 1989 Citroen C25 in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Citroen C25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 85,036 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 G896 OMV, 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 37 years old, this Citroen C25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G896 OMV is a 1989 Citroen C25, first registered on 9 August 1989.

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