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F850 YJT

1989 Citroen 2CV

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,957 mi
Last recorded72,957 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Citroen 2CV57,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF850 YJT
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 72,957 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 72,497 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 72,200 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 71,791 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 71,190 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 70,814 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 70,571 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 70,410 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 70,133 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 69,875 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 69,716 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 69,501 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 69,268 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 69,084 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 68,943 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 68,513 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 68,094 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 67,701 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 67,423 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 67,423 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 66,580 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 66,579 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

both front tyres perishing

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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F850 YJT is a 1989 Citroen 2CV in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1989 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 57,090 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 F850 YJT, 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 37 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 F850 YJT?

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What year was F850 YJT registered?

F850 YJT is a 1989 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 9 June 1989.

Is F850 YJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F850 YJT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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