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MVB 123L

1973 Citroen Ds

Grey Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,669 mi
Last recorded79,669 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 1973 Citroen Ds58,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVB 123L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 79,669 miles

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

slight misting at nsr bellow

slight misting at osr bellow

Pass 19 Nov 2012 79,263 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 79,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres starting to perish and split

vehicle has slight fluid leak from under bonnet area from steering/brakes or suspension possibly from spilled fluid

Fail 16 Nov 2011 79,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres starting to perish and split

vehicle has slight fluid leak from under bonnet area from steering/brakes or suspension possibly from spilled fluid

Pass 1 Nov 2010 78,814 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

vehicle underside including all pipework heavily coated in underseal at time of test also front and rear inner wing area's

Pass 22 Aug 2007 76,660 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Aug 2007 76,660 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Oil leak

Fail 2 Sep 2006 71,582 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 71,582 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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MVB 123L is a 1973 Citroen Ds in Grey with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MVB 123L, 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

How do I check the history of MVB 123L?

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What year was MVB 123L registered?

MVB 123L is a 1973 Citroen Ds, first registered on 16 January 1973.

Is MVB 123L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVB 123L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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