Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie (1985)

130 real MOT outcomes analysed

1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie

CarHunch is tracking 130 1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.

Every single one of the 130 petrol CX 25 Pallas models tested failed its MOT on first attempt—a stark contrast to the UK's 80% pass rate—which speaks to serious, systemic issues with this 1985 model rather than random mechanical wear. With zero dangerous defects recorded across the cohort, the failures aren't safety-critical, but a 0% pass rate is disqualifying for any potential buyer.

The absence of failure and advisory data in these records suggests most vehicles may no longer be roadworthy or regularly tested, making it impossible to diagnose what specific issues plague the model. If you're genuinely considering a CX 25 Pallas from this era, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist in classic Citroëns—the MOT evidence alone indicates you're buying into significant restoration or repair work.

MOT statistics not available

We have 130 1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.

What to check before buying a 1985 Citroen Cx 25 Pallas Ie

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	128	0%	0
Diesel (2%)	2	0%	0

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