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A12 CVJ

1986 Citroen 2CV

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

16,808 mi
Last recorded16,808 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Citroen 2CV59,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 CVJ
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 16,808 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 16,091 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 15,815 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 15,586 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 15,368 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 15,139 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 15,139 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 13,923 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 13,923 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 12,972 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 12,972 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 12,126 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 10,276 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 6,943 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 5,329 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 3,925 miles

both front upper steering swivels joints have play

Pass 20 Sep 2011 2,403 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 97,918 miles

king pins worn

Pass 29 May 2009 94,738 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 90,796 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 87,662 miles

Off side king pin has lift

Pass 12 Jun 2006 84,484 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen 2CV?

Based on 92,003 MOT tests across 7,843 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
7,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,227
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,796
fog lamp not working 3,473
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 3,198
position lamp(s) not working 2,853
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A12 CVJ is a 1986 Citroen 2CV in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1986 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 59,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen 2CV fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,227 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 CVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen 2CV typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 40 years old, this Citroen 2CV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 CVJ registered?

A12 CVJ is a 1986 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is A12 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 CVJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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