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MSV 731

1973 Citroen Ds

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,898 mi
Last recorded49,898 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1973 Citroen Ds58,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSV 731
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 49,898 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 49,513 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Jul 2017 49,513 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 48,883 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 48,172 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 48,172 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 47,720 miles

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

Fuel hose slightly perished between pump and caburettor.

Pass 22 May 2013 47,351 miles

Rear rubber bump stops worn. NSR ram gaiter weaping slightly.

Pass 10 Apr 2012 46,708 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 46,168 miles

Exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorating.

Pass 14 Apr 2010 45,707 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 44,091 miles

NSR ram gaiter perished.

Pass 10 Apr 2008 42,557 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 40,436 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 38,980 miles

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

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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MSV 731 is a 1973 Citroen Ds in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1973 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 58,084 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 MSV 731, 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 53 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 MSV 731 registered?

MSV 731 is a 1973 Citroen Ds, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is MSV 731 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSV 731 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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