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PHH 348W

1981 Citroen Gsa

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,789 mi
Last recorded121,789 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Citroen Gsa66,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHH 348W
MakeCitroen
ModelGsa
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 121,789 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 120,373 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 116,132 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 112,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads thinner than osf,advise check reason (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin hand brake pad getting thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 112,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads thinner than osf,advise check reason (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin hand brake pad getting thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 122,012 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 1 Aug 2016 111,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

How Reliable is the Citroen Gsa?

Based on 1,267 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
947
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 42
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
Stop lamp not working 34
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 33
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PHH 348W is a 1981 Citroen Gsa in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Citroen Gsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 66,818 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 Gsa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PHH 348W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Gsa typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Citroen Gsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PHH 348W?

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What year was PHH 348W registered?

PHH 348W is a 1981 Citroen Gsa, first registered on 10 January 1981.

Is PHH 348W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHH 348W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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