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A483 XTF

1983 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,830 mi
Last recorded10,830 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 Citroen 2CV57,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA483 XTF
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 10,830 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 9,734 miles

Nearside King pin has slight lift

Fail 14 Feb 2022 9,727 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside King pin has slight lift

Pass 1 Feb 2021 5,186 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 98,773 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 89,485 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 78,165 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 70,270 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 62,733 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 54,451 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 46,616 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 38,759 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 31,780 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Feb 2012 31,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 22,965 miles

N/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 12 Feb 2010 12,327 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 8,150 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 3,526 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 84 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 50 miles

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 95,534 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

beams poor

genral rust on body

non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 Nov 2005 95,533 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

beams poor

genral rust on body

non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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A483 XTF is a 1983 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A483 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 A483 XTF registered?

A483 XTF is a 1983 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 15 September 1983.

Is A483 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A483 XTF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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