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SBF 42L

1989 Citroen Ds

Bronze Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,009 mi
Last recorded96,009 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1989 Citroen Ds46,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBF 42L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1989
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 96,009 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 91,810 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 89,643 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 87,069 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 83,612 miles

slight noise o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 27 Aug 2010 75,001 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 69,405 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 58,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 58,251 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 49,426 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 49,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 42,346 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2005 42,258 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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SBF 42L is a 1989 Citroen Ds in Bronze with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1989 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 SBF 42L, 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 37 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 SBF 42L registered?

SBF 42L is a 1989 Citroen Ds, first registered on 11 August 1989.

Is SBF 42L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBF 42L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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