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URB 225N

1974 Citroen Ds

Blue Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,928 mi
Last recorded31,928 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1974 Citroen Ds52,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURB 225N
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 31,928 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak down the N/S

Nearside Rear Exhaust clamp loose

Fail 3 Jul 2024 31,928 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak down the N/S

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjust beam down (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust clamp loose

Pass 11 Nov 2021 29,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 25,647 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 24,014 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 21,227 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 18,763 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 16,535 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 14,875 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 12,990 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 10,778 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 8,266 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 6,495 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 4,935 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 3,629 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 2,161 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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URB 225N is a 1974 Citroen Ds in Blue with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1974 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 52,746 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 URB 225N, 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 52 years old, this Citroen Ds is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was URB 225N registered?

URB 225N is a 1974 Citroen Ds, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is URB 225N safe to buy?

The MOT history for URB 225N shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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