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OHP 837W

1981 Citroen Gsa

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,203 mi
Last recorded30,203 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Citroen Gsa66,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHP 837W
MakeCitroen
ModelGsa
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2021 30,203 miles

Central Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Fog light switch off when main beam switched on (4.5.4 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak in engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 29,390 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 29,071 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 28,761 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 27,573 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 27,546 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 27,185 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 26,459 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 25,950 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 25,143 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 23,903 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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OHP 837W is a 1981 Citroen Gsa in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Citroen Gsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 66,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OHP 837W, 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 45 years old, this Citroen Gsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OHP 837W registered?

OHP 837W is a 1981 Citroen Gsa, first registered on 7 January 1981.

Is OHP 837W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHP 837W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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