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A988 GLW

1983 Citroen Visa

Gold Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,519 mi
Last recorded35,519 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2006
Typical for 1983 Citroen Visa41,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA988 GLW
MakeCitroen
ModelVisa
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2006 35,519 miles

front number plate beginning to crack

n/s/r bumper end bracket insecure

o/s/f brake metal pipe beginning to corrode were joins flex hose

o/s/r lamp lens cracked - not showing white light

slight cut in o/s seatbelt at front

slight exhaust blowing from centre section

tailgate doesn't stay up

wiper blade smeary on passenger side

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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A988 GLW is a 1983 Citroen Visa in Gold with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Citroen Visa models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 41,328 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 A988 GLW, 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 43 years old, this Citroen Visa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A988 GLW registered?

A988 GLW is a 1983 Citroen Visa, first registered on 1 October 1983.

Is A988 GLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A988 GLW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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