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SM61 CEV

2011 Citroen DS4

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

117,078 mi
Last recorded117,078 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 Citroen DS469,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 CEV
MakeCitroen
ModelDS4
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 117,078 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone bushes rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

damage on body work also damage on rear bumper plus bumper loos

Fail 24 Jan 2023 117,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not in properly (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone bushes rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

damage on body work also damage on rear bumper plus bumper loos

Pass 24 Dec 2021 108,527 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both front damaged on rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 108,527 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both front damaged on rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 97,575 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement STRONG ADVISE at rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured STRONG ADVISE (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured STRONG ADVISE (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 97,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement STRONG ADVISE at rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured STRONG ADVISE (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured STRONG ADVISE (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 85,395 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mounting bush is splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2019 85,332 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mounting bush is splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 73,129 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 63,471 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 52,854 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 52,854 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 45,326 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 35,385 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen DS4?

Based on 158,575 MOT tests across 12,192 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
7,055
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
12,192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 2,646
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,121
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SM61 CEV is a 2011 Citroen DS4 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2011 Citroen DS4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 69,440 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 DS4 fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM61 CEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen DS4 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 15 years old, this Citroen DS4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM61 CEV registered?

SM61 CEV is a 2011 Citroen DS4, first registered on 31 October 2011.

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