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B972 RLP

1981 Citroen 2CV

White Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,506 mi
Last recorded84,506 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 1981 Citroen 2CV53,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB972 RLP
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 84,506 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Front brakes are binding slightly

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside rear light len slightly damaged / cracked

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

oil leak in the engine bay area

slight play in the front king pins / front wheel bearings

slight play in the steering system / front track rod ends

Fail 20 Jan 2022 84,506 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Front brakes are binding slightly

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside rear light len slightly damaged / cracked

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

oil leak in the engine bay area

slight play in the front king pins / front wheel bearings

slight play in the steering system / front track rod ends

Pass 5 Feb 2021 84,244 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

front brakes are binding slightly

slight oil leak in the engine bay area

slight play in the front king pins / front wheel bearings

slight play in the steering system / front track rod ends

Fail 4 Feb 2021 84,236 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

front brakes are binding slightly

slight oil leak in the engine bay area

slight play in the front king pins / front wheel bearings

slight play in the steering system / front track rod ends

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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B972 RLP is a 1981 Citroen 2CV in White with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 53,762 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 B972 RLP, 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 45 years old, this Citroen 2CV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B972 RLP registered?

B972 RLP is a 1981 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 1 January 1981.

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