CarVerify

Free Car Check

G157 VMP

1989 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

84,884 mi
Last recorded84,884 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 1989 Citroen 2CV57,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG157 VMP
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 84,884 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 83,951 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 83,951 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 82,591 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 82,591 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 81,233 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 78,641 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 72,437 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 72,437 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 70,626 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 68,240 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 64,437 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 64,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 58,660 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 53,896 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 50,257 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 43,225 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 43,225 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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
Full Citroen 2CV reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G157 VMP is a 1989 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 G157 VMP, 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 G157 VMP?

You can check the full history of G157 VMP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G157 VMP registered?

G157 VMP is a 1989 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 27 November 1989.

Is G157 VMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G157 VMP shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G157 VMP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G157 VMP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.