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A956 BTV

1983 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,829 mi
Last recorded59,829 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1983 Citroen 2CV57,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA956 BTV
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 59,829 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2019 58,691 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 55,778 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 52,818 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 49,951 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 46,740 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 42,163 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 38,578 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,685 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 24,443 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 17,844 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Apr 2009 16,563 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 16,563 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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A956 BTV is a 1983 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A956 BTV, 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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How do I check the history of A956 BTV?

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What year was A956 BTV registered?

A956 BTV is a 1983 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A956 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A956 BTV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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