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B939 MLY

1984 Citroen 2CV

Purple Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

78,355 mi
Last recorded78,355 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 1984 Citroen 2CV55,981 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB939 MLY
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1984
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2019 78,355 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mid car (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 78,355 miles

Central Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Emissions not tested will not idle (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mid car (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended both buckles stuck under seat (7.1.2 (c))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f +n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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B939 MLY is a 1984 Citroen 2CV in Purple with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1984 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 55,981 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B939 MLY, 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 42 years old, this Citroen 2CV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B939 MLY is a 1984 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 9 October 1984.

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