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BPL 305H

1970 Citroen Ds

Silver Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,233 mi
Last recorded81,233 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Citroen Ds57,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPL 305H
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 81,233 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 79,325 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 78,270 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 78,270 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 78,271 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 78,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 78,276 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 78,270 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Intermediate drop arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 78,270 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 78,270 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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BPL 305H is a 1970 Citroen Ds in Silver with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BPL 305H, 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.

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What year was BPL 305H registered?

BPL 305H is a 1970 Citroen Ds, first registered on 3 April 1970.

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