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DLB 900Y

1983 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,463 mi
Last recorded63,463 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Citroen 2CV57,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 900Y
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 63,463 miles

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

both kingpins worn

offside driveshaft gaiter perished

Fail 9 Jun 2022 63,463 miles

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

both kingpins worn

offside driveshaft gaiter perished

Pass 4 May 2021 62,820 miles

handbrake effort

nearside kingpin worn

offside driveshaft gaiter perished

passenger seats removed

Fail 28 Apr 2021 62,820 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside front and offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire second tank on engine (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

handbrake effort

nearside kingpin worn

offside driveshaft gaiter perished

passenger seats removed

Pass 4 Sep 2013 60,193 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 56,233 miles

slight knocking noise from steering rack

Pass 1 Apr 2011 53,394 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2009 52,110 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 49,370 miles

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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DLB 900Y is a 1983 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,997 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 DLB 900Y, 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 43 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 DLB 900Y registered?

DLB 900Y is a 1983 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is DLB 900Y safe to buy?

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