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RGX 88L

1973 Citroen Ds

Blue Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,617 mi
Last recorded83,617 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Citroen Ds58,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGX 88L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 83,617 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 82,506 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 79,369 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 78,230 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 78,230 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2012 77,471 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 75,615 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 72,404 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 71,094 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 70,978 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 70,708 miles

fluid leaks

surface corrosion on floor and boot floor

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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RGX 88L is a 1973 Citroen Ds in Blue with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 58,084 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 RGX 88L, 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 53 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 RGX 88L?

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What year was RGX 88L registered?

RGX 88L is a 1973 Citroen Ds, first registered on 3 April 1973.

Is RGX 88L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGX 88L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RGX 88L have outstanding finance?

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