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A797 XGK

1984 Citroen Visa

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,252 mi
Last recorded99,252 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 Citroen Visa59,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA797 XGK
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 99,252 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel stiff to turn

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 33% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 98,831 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 93,574 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti roll bar bush slightly deteriorated / perished

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight corrosion spots front chassis

Pass 22 Jun 2020 93,005 miles

Nearside Front chassis rail corroded

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 93,005 miles

Rear Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front chassis rail corroded

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 92,786 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 92,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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A797 XGK is a 1984 Citroen Visa in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Citroen Visa models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 59,166 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 A797 XGK, 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 42 years old, this Citroen Visa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A797 XGK registered?

A797 XGK is a 1984 Citroen Visa, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A797 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A797 XGK 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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