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OBU 636M

1973 Citroen Sm

Blue Petrol 2670cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,379 mi
Last recorded71,379 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1973 Citroen Sm66,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBU 636M
MakeCitroen
ModelSm
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,670cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 71,379 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 71,293 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 71,081 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 71,081 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 71,012 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Dec 2016 77,824 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 70,741 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 31 May 2013 70,672 miles

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)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 70,489 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 70,489 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 70,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

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

Fail 31 May 2011 70,264 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

engine oil leak

Pass 19 May 2010 70,040 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 69,900 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

unable to fully inspect under the car due to covers fitted

Fail 10 Jun 2008 69,879 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

unable to see state of rear brakes

Pass 10 Jun 2008 69,879 miles

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

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

unable to see state of rear brakes

Pass 8 Jun 2007 69,213 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 66,040 miles

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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OBU 636M is a 1973 Citroen Sm in Blue with a 2,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1973 Citroen Sm models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 66,571 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 Sm fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBU 636M, 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 53 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 OBU 636M registered?

OBU 636M is a 1973 Citroen Sm, first registered on 14 August 1973.

Is OBU 636M safe to buy?

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