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OJC 356M

1971 Citroen Ds

Black Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Citroen Ds50,079 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJC 356M
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2020
Pass 28 Mar 2017 81,067 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 81,001 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 80,496 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2013 80,083 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)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Apr 2012 79,203 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 79,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to nearside rear inner sill/floor

Pass 12 Apr 2010 78,362 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)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front inner driveshaft gaiters leaking grease slightly

Pass 3 Apr 2009 77,815 miles

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

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)

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

corrosion to nearside front inner wheel arch

heavy underseal under vehicle unable to inspect previous repair work deemed to meet requirments

offside front parking brake effort low

Pass 23 Jul 2007 77,195 miles

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

Oil leak

front brake discs worn

offside front parking brake weak

split in offside rear tyre inner wall

Pass 9 Jun 2006 74,937 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2006 74,937 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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OJC 356M is a 1971 Citroen Ds in Black with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 50,079 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 OJC 356M, 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 55 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 OJC 356M registered?

OJC 356M is a 1971 Citroen Ds, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is OJC 356M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJC 356M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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