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VTW 885W

1981 Citroen Dyane

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,481 mi
Last recorded72,481 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Citroen Dyane55,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTW 885W
MakeCitroen
ModelDyane
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 72,481 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 70,848 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 70,229 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 69,205 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 68,311 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 66,815 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 66,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2015 65,424 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 63,711 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 62,425 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2012 59,283 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 56,636 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 54,036 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 50,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 50,866 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 50,271 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 50,036 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

How Reliable is the Citroen Dyane?

Based on 5,415 MOT tests across 647 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
1,065
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 306
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 285
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 191
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 188
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 155
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VTW 885W is a 1981 Citroen Dyane in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Citroen Dyane models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 55,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Dyane fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VTW 885W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Dyane typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 45 years old, this Citroen Dyane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VTW 885W registered?

VTW 885W is a 1981 Citroen Dyane, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is VTW 885W safe to buy?

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