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RPC 11L

1973 Citroen Ds

Blue Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,837 mi
Last recorded70,837 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1973 Citroen Ds58,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPC 11L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2026 70,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 67,479 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 66,963 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 66,523 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 65,851 miles

o/s r slight leak from suspention sphere.

Pass 10 Apr 2014 65,456 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 64,971 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 62,957 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 62,318 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 61,325 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 60,538 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 59,669 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 58,856 miles

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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RPC 11L is a 1973 Citroen Ds in Blue with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RPC 11L, 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 RPC 11L?

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What year was RPC 11L registered?

RPC 11L is a 1973 Citroen Ds, first registered on 8 May 1973.

Is RPC 11L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPC 11L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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