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ABP 489L

1972 Citroen Ds

Red Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,676 mi
Last recorded18,676 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 Citroen Ds45,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABP 489L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 18,676 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 17,649 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 16,468 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 16,226 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 15,887 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 15,565 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 14,480 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 13,224 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 12,933 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 12,187 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 11,126 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 10,541 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 9,450 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 9,179 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 8,337 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 8,095 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 8,069 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 7,932 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Ds?

Based on 7,937 MOT tests across 1,007 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
970
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
1,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 306
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 168
Headlamp aim too low 157
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 152
Headlamp aim too high 151
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ABP 489L is a 1972 Citroen Ds in Red with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 45,948 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Ds fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABP 489L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Ds typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Citroen Ds is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABP 489L?

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What year was ABP 489L registered?

ABP 489L is a 1972 Citroen Ds, first registered on 26 October 1972.

Is ABP 489L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABP 489L shows 18 tests 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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