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DSJ 469

1996 Citroen 2CV

Grey Petrol 425cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,719 mi
Last recorded29,719 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Citroen 2CV64,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSJ 469
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine425cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 29,719 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 29,715 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 29,400 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 29,353 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 29,202 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 28,054 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 28,998 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front brake slight bind

Offside front kingpin slight lift

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2011 28,898 miles

Both front and nearside rear tyres perishing, as is spare

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,727 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 28,491 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 28,309 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 28,050 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 28,050 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 27,810 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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DSJ 469 is a 1996 Citroen 2CV in Grey with a 425cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 64,876 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 DSJ 469, 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 30 years old, this Citroen 2CV is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DSJ 469 registered?

DSJ 469 is a 1996 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 8 January 1996.

Is DSJ 469 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSJ 469 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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