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TGF 48L

1997 Citroen Ds

Green Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,982 mi
Last recorded83,982 miles
Recorded on22 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Citroen Ds52,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGF 48L
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2010 83,982 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Fail 20 May 2008 83,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2008 83,042 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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TGF 48L is a 1997 Citroen Ds in Green with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 52,024 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 Ds fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGF 48L, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Ds is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of TGF 48L?

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What year was TGF 48L registered?

TGF 48L is a 1997 Citroen Ds, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is TGF 48L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGF 48L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TGF 48L have outstanding finance?

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