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WEU 523L

1972 Citroen Sm

Gold Petrol 2965cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

29,815 mi
Last recorded29,815 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 Citroen Sm43,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEU 523L
MakeCitroen
ModelSm
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,965cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 29,815 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases crack in rear silencer box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 29,509 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 29,204 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 27,565 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 24,680 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 3 Aug 2020 22,595 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 22,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 17,808 miles

genral engine oil leaks

Pass 12 Mar 2018 11,931 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 5,958 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box /joint with rear section (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 1,227 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 1,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 96,218 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 96,218 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 92,253 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 89,369 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 83,339 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 75,835 miles

both front hub seals leaking (no effecton steering or brake )

Fail 29 Jul 2010 75,833 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front hub seals leaking (no effecton steering or brake )

Pass 21 Jul 2009 66,925 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 66,925 miles

Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2008 54,772 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 46,291 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 46,112 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 39,227 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 39,226 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2005 34,066 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Sm?

Based on 1,423 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
849
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 37
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 28
Stop lamp not working 28
position lamp(s) not working 26
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WEU 523L is a 1972 Citroen Sm in Gold with a 2,965cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 1972 Citroen Sm models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 43,589 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 Sm fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WEU 523L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Sm typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Citroen Sm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WEU 523L registered?

WEU 523L is a 1972 Citroen Sm, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is WEU 523L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEU 523L shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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