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FKJ 159L

1972 Citroen Ds

Grey Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,985 mi
Last recorded21,985 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Citroen Ds45,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 159L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 21,985 miles

oil leak

Fail 5 Aug 2016 21,950 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre (7.1.2)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2015 21,539 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 21,528 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 20,750 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 20,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 25 May 2013 20,400 miles

offside rear suspension unit damp possible leak

Pass 21 Jul 2008 10,223 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 8,713 miles

osr susspension sphere slightly damp also slight weep from dust cover

steering box has slight weep from seal

Pass 3 Aug 2006 7,334 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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FKJ 159L is a 1972 Citroen Ds in Grey with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1972 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 45,948 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FKJ 159L, 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 54 years old, this Citroen Ds is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FKJ 159L registered?

FKJ 159L is a 1972 Citroen Ds, first registered on 14 August 1972.

Is FKJ 159L safe to buy?

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