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PGP 3L

1973 Citroen Sm

Silver Petrol 2670cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,334 mi
Last recorded3,334 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Citroen Sm66,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGP 3L
MakeCitroen
ModelSm
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,670cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 May 2018 3,334 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 2,492 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 1,094 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 99,113 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 96,956 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 94,407 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 89,972 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 89,438 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 86,605 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 83,383 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 80,048 miles

slight hairline crack in offside front inner brake pad

Pass 30 Oct 2006 75,829 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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PGP 3L is a 1973 Citroen Sm in Silver with a 2,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Citroen Sm models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 66,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PGP 3L, 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 53 years old, this Citroen Sm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PGP 3L?

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What year was PGP 3L registered?

PGP 3L is a 1973 Citroen Sm, first registered on 26 February 1973.

Is PGP 3L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGP 3L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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