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G817 NNU

1989 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

97,305 mi
Last recorded97,305 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Citroen 2CV57,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG817 NNU
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 97,305 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 96,752 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 94,844 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 94,563 miles

fuel filter situated in vulnerable position

slight play in both kingpin top bushes

Pass 16 Aug 2021 94,213 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured 2x (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy 2x (5.1.3 (b) (i))

play in 2x kingpins

Pass 18 Aug 2020 93,801 miles

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

slight play in n/n kingpin top bush

Pass 20 Aug 2019 93,095 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 93,095 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 92,245 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 91,750 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 90,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 89,679 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 87,323 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 86,440 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 86,434 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 85,290 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 84,183 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 83,017 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 81,910 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 80,837 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 79,869 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 78,109 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 76,440 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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G817 NNU is a 1989 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 G817 NNU, 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

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What year was G817 NNU registered?

G817 NNU is a 1989 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is G817 NNU safe to buy?

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