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ABW 230K

1998 Citroen Ds

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,547 mi
Last recorded55,547 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Citroen Ds33,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 230K
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 55,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 45,812 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 32,829 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 23,759 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 18,362 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 15,303 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 14,123 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 10,730 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 7,227 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 7,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 94,841 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 90,924 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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ABW 230K is a 1998 Citroen Ds in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 33,928 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 ABW 230K, 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 28 years old, this Citroen Ds is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ABW 230K registered?

ABW 230K is a 1998 Citroen Ds, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is ABW 230K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 230K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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