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LAW 48

1971 Citroen Sm

Green Petrol 2670cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,172 mi
Last recorded77,172 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 Citroen Sm56,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAW 48
MakeCitroen
ModelSm
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,670cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2025 77,172 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 75,677 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 75,593 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 75,425 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 75,041 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 74,419 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 73,787 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 6,384 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 6,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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LAW 48 is a 1971 Citroen Sm in Green with a 2,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Citroen Sm models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 56,239 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 LAW 48, 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 55 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 LAW 48 registered?

LAW 48 is a 1971 Citroen Sm, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is LAW 48 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAW 48 shows 9 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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