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OUI 81

1972 Citroen Ds

White Petrol 2347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,047 mi
Last recorded83,047 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Citroen Ds45,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 81
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,347cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 83,047 miles

Under side of body has had extensive repairs. Heavy sealer used but looks ok.

Pass 27 Jul 2016 82,209 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 81,651 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 81,233 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 81,205 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 81,081 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 80,903 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 80,903 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 80,804 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 Sep 2007 80,796 miles

Centre Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 80,796 miles

Centre Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 80,593 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 80,588 miles

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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OUI 81 is a 1972 Citroen Ds in White with a 2,347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1972 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 45,948 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 OUI 81, 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 54 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 OUI 81?

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What year was OUI 81 registered?

OUI 81 is a 1972 Citroen Ds, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is OUI 81 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 81 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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