YBJ47X - CITROEN H SERIES VAN
MOT: ExemptGB
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The Citroën H Series Van, often referred to simply as the Citroën H Van, is an iconic commercial vehicle renowned for its distinctive corrugated steel bodywork and versatile design. Manufactured by Citroën from the 1940s through the 1980s, this model became a staple for small businesses and tradespeople across Europe. Known for its robust construction and simple mechanics, the H Series was produced starting in 1947, reflecting Citroën’s innovative approach to utilitarian transport. Its unique features include a lightweight yet durable body, a front-engine layout, and a range of configurations suited for various commercial needs. The H Van’s enduring popularity is a testament to its practicality and classic design, making it a sought-after vintage vehicle today.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 17 MOT tests
The vehicle is a grey Citroen H Series Van, registration YBJ47X, manufactured in 1982 and first registered in December 1982. It is equipped with a 1911cc petrol engine. The van is currently SORN and has an exempt MOT status, with the latest test conducted on 17 September 2021 and expired on 16 September 2022. It has recorded a mileage of 83,317 miles. Notable advisories from the last MOT include corrosion on the vehicle structure, a corroded brake pipe covered in grease, a minor exhaust leak, and beam bending on the front headlamps. These advisories are non-dangerous and suggest areas for potential maintenance. No CO2 emissions data is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
17
Passed Tests
9
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 17 September 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,317 mi
Expires: 16 September 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory nearside and offside front headlamps have a beam bending product on the lens
Failed - 16 August 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,315 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Major Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Major Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory nearside and offside front headlamps have a beam bending product on the lens
Passed - 18 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,153 mi
Expires: 17 January 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory nearside and offside front headlamps have a beam bending product on the lens
Failed - 17 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,153 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory nearside and offside front headlamps have a beam bending product on the lens
Passed - 09 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,951 mi
Expires: 08 July 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory nearside and offside front headlamps have a beam bending product on lens
- Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Failed - 09 July 2018 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,951 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory nearside and offside front headlamps have a beam bending product on lens
- Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed - 02 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,868 mi
Expires: 01 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory All metal brake pipes painted - unable to fully assess for corrosion
Failed - 01 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,868 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Major Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- Major Nearside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory All metal brake pipes painted - unable to fully assess for corrosion
Failed - 28 January 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,862 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
- Major Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp missing (1.7.3)
- Major Offside Front Headlamp missing (1.7.3)
- Major Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
- Major Offside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
- Major Nearside Front Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)
- Major Offside Front Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)
- Major Nearside Rear Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)
- Major Offside Rear Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)
- Major Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
- Major Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
- Major Nearside Rear Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
- Major Offside Rear Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
- Major Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
- Major Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- Major Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- Major Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
- Major Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
- Major Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Major Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- Major Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
- Major Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer chassis (6.1.A.1)
- Major Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
- Major Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
- Major Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
- Major Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory All metal brake pipes painted - unable to fully assess for corrosion
Passed - 08 October 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,856 mi
Expires: 07 October 2016
Passed - 02 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,775 mi
Expires: 01 March 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 22 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,775 km
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
- Major Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Major Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Major Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- Major Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 05 September 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,631 mi
Expires: 04 September 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Failed - 22 August 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,577 km
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Major Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Major Offside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Failed - 19 February 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,541 mi
Passed - 19 February 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,541 mi
Expires: 18 February 2011
Passed - 10 October 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,534 mi
Expires: 09 October 2009
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for YBJ47X?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of YBJ47X?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of YBJ47X?
This is a 1982 CITROEN H SERIES VAN in Grey. It runs on Petrol with a 1911cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of YBJ47X?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.