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C73 XWK

1986 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,778 mi
Last recorded94,778 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 1986 Citroen 2CV59,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC73 XWK
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 94,778 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced AT FLOOR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn KING PIN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 94,434 miles

Nearside Front Kingpin slight play

Nearside Front Lower Corrosion floor

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 94,421 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Kingpin slight play

Nearside Front Lower Corrosion floor

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 93,382 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 92,320 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 91,756 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2013 90,656 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 89,773 miles

NS KingPin

Pass 21 Apr 2011 87,795 miles

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 86,393 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 85,433 miles

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

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

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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C73 XWK is a 1986 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1986 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 59,792 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 C73 XWK, 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 40 years old, this Citroen 2CV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C73 XWK registered?

C73 XWK is a 1986 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 22 May 1986.

Is C73 XWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C73 XWK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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