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A461 XTF

1983 Citroen 2CV

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

77,143 mi
Last recorded77,143 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 1983 Citroen 2CV57,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA461 XTF
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 77,143 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 26 Jul 2022 77,122 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 77,013 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

dampness around brake master cylinder.no obvious leak

Pass 10 Jun 2021 76,089 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 10 Jul 2019 74,931 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 20 Jul 2018 74,740 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 27 Jun 2017 74,304 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 27 Jun 2016 73,789 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 25 Jun 2015 73,457 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 72,364 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 25 Jun 2013 72,000 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 29 Jun 2012 70,346 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Fail 27 Jun 2012 70,346 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 15 Jun 2011 69,951 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 69,951 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 68,964 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 68,964 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 68,340 miles

o/s floor starting to corrode

Pass 13 Jun 2008 68,072 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 68,072 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 67,535 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 66,160 miles

Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Outer Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 66,160 miles

Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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A461 XTF is a 1983 Citroen 2CV in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1983 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,997 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 A461 XTF, 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 43 years old, this Citroen 2CV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A461 XTF registered?

A461 XTF is a 1983 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 15 September 1983.

Is A461 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A461 XTF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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