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E640 DVJ

1987 Citroen 2CV

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,719 mi
Last recorded51,719 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1987 Citroen 2CV59,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE640 DVJ
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 May 2017 51,719 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 51,438 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 50,962 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 50,365 miles

unable to assess condition of rear brake pipes due to protective grease coating

Fail 27 May 2014 50,365 miles

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

unable to assess condition of rear brake pipes due to protective grease coating

Pass 23 May 2013 49,430 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 48,848 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 48,102 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 46,446 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 46,446 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 May 2009 44,773 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2009 44,773 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 43,913 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 43,836 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Slight play in kingpins

Pass 23 May 2007 43,375 miles

Slight play in king pins and track rod ends

Pass 23 May 2006 42,869 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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E640 DVJ is a 1987 Citroen 2CV in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E640 DVJ, 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 E640 DVJ?

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What year was E640 DVJ registered?

E640 DVJ is a 1987 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 8 August 1987.

Is E640 DVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E640 DVJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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