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DDE 221P

1975 Citroen Hy

Grey Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,356 mi
Last recorded59,356 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDE 221P
MakeCitroen
ModelHy
Year1975
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 59,356 miles

Central Cross member corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 57,898 miles

Oil leak ()

body cross member corroded and damaged

Pass 25 Oct 2016 55,877 miles

Front tyres are cracked on the outer edges

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2016 55,877 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front tyres are cracked on the outer edges

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight oil leak

Pass 11 May 2015 55,471 miles

Centre Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 May 2015 55,471 miles

Centre Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Citroen Hy?

Based on 1,332 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 90
Stop lamp not working 73
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 60
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 58
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 49
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DDE 221P is a 1975 Citroen Hy in Grey with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Citroen Hy fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDE 221P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Hy typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 51 years old, this Citroen Hy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DDE 221P?

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What year was DDE 221P registered?

DDE 221P is a 1975 Citroen Hy, first registered on 8 December 1975.

Is DDE 221P safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDE 221P shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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