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D541 APD

1987 Citroen 2CV

Green Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

79,609 mi
Last recorded79,609 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Citroen 2CV59,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD541 APD
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 79,609 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 79,547 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 79,461 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 78,571 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 78,111 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 77,981 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 77,781 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 77,713 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 76,758 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 76,644 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 75,303 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 74,938 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 74,938 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 73,574 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 72,711 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 71,807 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 70,930 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 70,930 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 68,730 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 68,187 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 68,187 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 May 2007 67,221 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 67,213 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 66,429 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 66,429 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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D541 APD is a 1987 Citroen 2CV in Green with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 D541 APD, 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

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What year was D541 APD registered?

D541 APD is a 1987 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 30 March 1987.

Is D541 APD safe to buy?

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