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PKE 87F

1996 Citroen Ds

White Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,291 mi
Last recorded35,291 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Citroen Ds46,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 87F
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 35,291 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2017 35,290 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2016 35,026 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 34,786 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2014 34,287 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 May 2014 34,287 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 May 2013 33,934 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 33,362 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 32,906 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 31,662 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 29,888 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 29,451 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 28,195 miles
Pass 24 May 2006
Fail 18 May 2006 26,519 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PKE 87F is a 1996 Citroen Ds in White with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 46,546 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 PKE 87F, 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 30 years old, this Citroen Ds is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PKE 87F registered?

PKE 87F is a 1996 Citroen Ds, first registered on 9 September 1996.

Is PKE 87F safe to buy?

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