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LNV 717L

1972 Citroen Ds

Gold Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,724 mi
Last recorded42,724 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Citroen Ds45,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNV 717L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 42,724 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 42,639 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 42,578 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 42,526 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 42,467 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 42,467 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 42,439 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 42,359 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 42,063 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 42,017 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 41,207 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2008 38,698 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Aug 2008 38,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 37,718 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 37,457 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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LNV 717L is a 1972 Citroen Ds in Gold with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LNV 717L, 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 LNV 717L registered?

LNV 717L is a 1972 Citroen Ds, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is LNV 717L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNV 717L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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