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BLF 442H

1970 Citroen Ds

Black Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

79,535 mi
Last recorded79,535 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1970 Citroen Ds57,316 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLF 442H
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 79,535 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 75,001 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 71,188 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 68,328 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 67,619 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 64,700 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 62,389 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 59,283 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 55,290 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 53,272 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 51,272 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 49,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 49,256 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 45,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 45,922 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 45,768 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 45,716 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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BLF 442H is a 1970 Citroen Ds in Black with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1970 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 57,316 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 BLF 442H, 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 56 years old, this Citroen Ds is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLF 442H registered?

BLF 442H is a 1970 Citroen Ds, first registered on 31 July 1970.

Is BLF 442H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLF 442H shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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