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E522 TVM

1987 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

85,712 mi
Last recorded85,712 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Citroen 2CV59,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE522 TVM
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 85,712 miles

underside/floor/suspension components and prescribed areas corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2024 85,330 miles

underbody and suspension componets corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2023 84,992 miles

accelerator peddle anti-slip worn smooth

Pass 24 Nov 2022 84,400 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer body/arch bumper corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2021 83,979 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 83,797 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 83,510 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 82,680 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 82,533 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 82,533 miles

Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 82,418 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 82,161 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 82,092 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 81,813 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 81,541 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 81,405 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 81,279 miles

King pins have lift,Many areas in corroded condition

Pass 16 Nov 2009 81,039 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 78,736 miles

Near side king pin indicates lift

Pass 24 Oct 2007 75,444 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 74,452 miles

Many areas in corroded condition {welding}

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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E522 TVM 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 95.2%.

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 E522 TVM, 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 E522 TVM?

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What year was E522 TVM registered?

E522 TVM is a 1987 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E522 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E522 TVM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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