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XDB 729K

1972 Citroen Ds

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,845 mi
Last recorded34,845 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Citroen Ds45,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDB 729K
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 34,845 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 34,461 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 32,513 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 29,354 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 29,354 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 26,369 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 23,967 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

sills and under body have been welded/patched unable to inspect due to underbody protection

Fail 10 Oct 2012 23,961 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

sills and under body has been welded / patched unable to inspect due to underbody protection

Pass 12 Sep 2011 20,106 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 16,773 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 12,105 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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XDB 729K is a 1972 Citroen Ds in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XDB 729K, 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 XDB 729K registered?

XDB 729K is a 1972 Citroen Ds, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is XDB 729K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDB 729K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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