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OJN 50M

1974 Citroen Sm

Black Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

986 mi
Last recorded986 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1974 Citroen Sm58,325 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJN 50M
MakeCitroen
ModelSm
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 986 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 474 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 192 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 99,716 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 99,261 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 99,261 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2016 99,182 miles

Centre Exhaust noisy blowing (7.1.4)

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

Fail 10 May 2016 99,182 miles

Centre Exhaust noisy blowing (7.1.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

Pass 20 May 2015 99,017 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 97,996 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 97,996 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter missing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Fail 5 May 2010 97,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 97,337 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 95,384 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 94,394 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 94,393 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 94,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 93,720 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 93,133 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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OJN 50M is a 1974 Citroen Sm in Black with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1974 Citroen Sm models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 58,325 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 OJN 50M, 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 52 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 OJN 50M registered?

OJN 50M is a 1974 Citroen Sm, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is OJN 50M safe to buy?

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