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TMV 813X

1982 Citroen Gsa

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,911 mi
Last recorded164,911 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1982 Citroen Gsa85,819 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMV 813X
MakeCitroen
ModelGsa
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 164,911 miles

All tyres moderately perished

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear subframe bushes moderately perished

Slight bind NSR brake

Slight exhaust blow manifold to center section join

Surface corrosion rear floor on both sides

Fail 15 Jul 2013 164,901 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

All tyres moderately perished

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear subframe bushes moderately perishd

Slight binding NSR brake

Slight exhaust blow manifold to center sction join

Surface corrosion rear floor on both sides

Pass 28 Oct 2011 64,755 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 64,755 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 164,100 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 159,089 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 159,088 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside rear disc rusty

Pass 22 Feb 2008 154,420 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 149,570 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 144,095 miles

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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TMV 813X is a 1982 Citroen Gsa in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Citroen Gsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 85,819 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 TMV 813X, 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 44 years old, this Citroen Gsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TMV 813X registered?

TMV 813X is a 1982 Citroen Gsa, first registered on 10 May 1982.

Is TMV 813X safe to buy?

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