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JSS 542N

1997 Citroen Ds

Cream Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,746 mi
Last recorded70,746 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Citroen Ds52,024 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSS 542N
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 70,746 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 69,149 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 69,149 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 66,075 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

nearside front and offside front tyres slightly touching inner wheel arches on full lock.

rear tyres showing small cracks in tread and side walls.

Fail 8 May 2015 66,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

nearside front and offside front tyres slightly touching inner wheel arches on full lock.

rear tyres showing small cracks in tread and side walls.

Pass 26 Jun 2013 65,835 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 65,696 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 65,303 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 64,566 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 63,314 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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JSS 542N is a 1997 Citroen Ds in Cream with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 52,024 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 JSS 542N, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Ds is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JSS 542N registered?

JSS 542N is a 1997 Citroen Ds, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is JSS 542N safe to buy?

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