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EVW 968Y

1982 Citroen Gsa

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,620 mi
Last recorded51,620 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1982 Citroen Gsa85,819 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVW 968Y
MakeCitroen
ModelGsa
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 51,620 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 51,620 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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EVW 968Y is a 1982 Citroen Gsa in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EVW 968Y, 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

How do I check the history of EVW 968Y?

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What year was EVW 968Y registered?

EVW 968Y is a 1982 Citroen Gsa, first registered on 21 August 1982.

Is EVW 968Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVW 968Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EVW 968Y have outstanding finance?

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