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DES 73

1998 Citroen Ds

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,327 mi
Last recorded45,327 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Citroen Ds33,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDES 73
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 45,327 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 40,351 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 37,530 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 29,409 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 26,944 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 25,176 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,678 miles

oil leak from sump

slight exhaust leak from exhaust clamp centre box

Pass 8 Jun 2011 19,874 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 14,115 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,332 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 1,086 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

NSF tyre tread wearing on inner edge.

Pass 3 Feb 2006 22,073 miles

Temporary repair made to exhaust manifold/ frontpipe connection.

Fail 3 Feb 2006 22,073 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Temporary repair made to exhaust manifold/ frontpipe connection.

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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DES 73 is a 1998 Citroen Ds in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DES 73, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DES 73 registered?

DES 73 is a 1998 Citroen Ds, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is DES 73 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DES 73 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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