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HHV 493N

1972 Citroen Sm

Brown Petrol 2670cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,354 mi
Last recorded18,354 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Citroen Sm43,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHV 493N
MakeCitroen
ModelSm
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,670cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 18,354 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 15,190 miles

nearside rear suspension gaiter deteriorated

Pass 21 Aug 2015 14,818 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

oil leak

undertrays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 17 Sep 2014 14,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 13,393 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 12,520 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 11,172 miles

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

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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HHV 493N is a 1972 Citroen Sm in Brown with a 2,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Citroen Sm models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 43,589 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HHV 493N, 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 54 years old, this Citroen Sm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HHV 493N registered?

HHV 493N is a 1972 Citroen Sm, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is HHV 493N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHV 493N shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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