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WKY 861K

1972 Citroen Ds

Black Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,023 mi
Last recorded83,023 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Citroen Ds45,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKY 861K
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 83,023 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 79,432 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2021 74,269 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 73,648 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 73,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 73,066 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 31 Aug 2010 73,066 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 72,121 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 68,301 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 62,134 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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WKY 861K is a 1972 Citroen Ds in Black with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 45,948 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 WKY 861K, 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 54 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 WKY 861K registered?

WKY 861K is a 1972 Citroen Ds, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is WKY 861K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKY 861K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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