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C2 ECV

1987 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,633 mi
Last recorded72,633 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Citroen 2CV59,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 ECV
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 72,633 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2X CRACKS (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 72,633 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2X CRACKS (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 72,579 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2X (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 72,245 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2x chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 72,244 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2x chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 71,490 miles

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

Front & Rear brake pipes are covered in protective grease

Slight oil leak in the engine bay area but not excessive

Pass 7 Dec 2022 71,074 miles

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

Front & Rear brake pipes are covered in protective grease

Slight oil leak in the engine bay area but not excessive

Fail 7 Dec 2022 71,074 miles

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

Front & Rear brake pipes are covered in protective grease

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working Slight oil leak in the engine bay area (3.5 (a))

Slight oil leak in the engine bay area but not excessive

Pass 11 Dec 2021 70,557 miles

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

Front & Rear brake pipes are covered in protective grease

Slight oil leak in the engine bay area

Pass 8 Dec 2020 69,694 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 69,694 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 68,920 miles

all tyres perishing

corrosion appearing in several places

Pass 29 Oct 2018 68,904 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight play in both front king pins

under vehicle rusty in places

Pass 25 Nov 2011 68,831 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 68,646 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 68,560 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 68,255 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 68,057 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 65,984 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 63,950 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 63,936 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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C2 ECV is a 1987 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 59,863 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 C2 ECV, 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 39 years old, this Citroen 2CV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C2 ECV?

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What year was C2 ECV registered?

C2 ECV is a 1987 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is C2 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C2 ECV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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