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HGC 298J

1986 Citroen Sm

Black Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,624 mi
Last recorded84,624 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 298J
MakeCitroen
ModelSm
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2015 84,624 miles

slight oil contamination under vehicle front

Pass 27 Aug 2014 84,607 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 84,476 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 84,023 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 83,957 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 83,577 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Sm?

Based on 1,423 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
849
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 37
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 28
Stop lamp not working 28
position lamp(s) not working 26
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HGC 298J is a 1986 Citroen Sm in Black with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Citroen Sm fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGC 298J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Sm typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 40 years old, this Citroen Sm is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of HGC 298J?

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What year was HGC 298J registered?

HGC 298J is a 1986 Citroen Sm, first registered on 21 February 1986.

Is HGC 298J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGC 298J shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGC 298J have outstanding finance?

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