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XSC 8K

1971 Citroen Ds

Blue Petrol 2175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,636 mi
Last recorded16,636 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 1971 Citroen Ds50,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSC 8K
MakeCitroen
ModelDs
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 16,636 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 16,334 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 13,009 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 11,023 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 8,229 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 5,868 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 3,402 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 98,586 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 94,359 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 94,359 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 94,359 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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XSC 8K is a 1971 Citroen Ds in Blue with a 2,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 Citroen Ds models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 50,079 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 XSC 8K, 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 55 years old, this Citroen Ds is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSC 8K?

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What year was XSC 8K registered?

XSC 8K is a 1971 Citroen Ds, first registered on 17 December 1971.

Is XSC 8K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSC 8K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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