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FRX 178K

1972 Citroen Ds

Beige Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,184 mi
Last recorded52,184 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Citroen Ds45,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRX 178K
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 52,184 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly frayed

Pass 13 Apr 2016 50,721 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 49,367 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 44,659 miles

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 44,657 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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FRX 178K is a 1972 Citroen Ds in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 FRX 178K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FRX 178K registered?

FRX 178K is a 1972 Citroen Ds, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is FRX 178K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRX 178K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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