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PRR 227X

1981 Citroen 2CV

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,642 mi
Last recorded64,642 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Citroen 2CV53,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRR 227X
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 64,642 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

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

Slight oil leak engine Bay Area

Various welding works carried out on chassis, chassis corroded at the back but not seriously weakened

Pass 16 Jun 2023 64,520 miles

Engine covers , under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

Offside front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

Oil leak in the engine Bay Area but not excessive

Pass 29 Apr 2021 64,484 miles

Engine covers , under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

Offside front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

oil leak in the engine Bay Area but not excessive

under body & chassis are corroding

Pass 29 Apr 2020 64,437 miles

Engine covers , under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

NSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

OSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

OSF Inner constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

oil leak in the engine Bay Area

Fail 29 Apr 2020 64,437 miles

Engine covers , under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

NSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

OSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

OSF Inner constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

oil leak in the engine Bay Area

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 64,407 miles

Engine covers , under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

NSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

OSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

OSF Inner constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Rear brakes & Hand brake just met minimum requirements for MOT, needs adjustment / repair

oil leak in the engine Bay Area

Fail 29 Apr 2019 64,407 miles

Engine covers , under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

NSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

OSF Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

OSF Inner constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear brakes & Hand brake just met minimum requirements for MOT, needs adjustment / repair

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

oil leak in the engine Bay Area

Pass 19 Apr 2018 64,258 miles

Corrosion to o/slower door sill. Headlight controls loose.

Handbrake only just met MOT efficiency requirements

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)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 64,247 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 64,243 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 64,243 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 May 2014 64,238 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 64,234 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 64,234 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 64,321 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 64,227 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 64,287 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 30 Sep 2008 64,198 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 64,198 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 64,129 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 63,862 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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PRR 227X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 53,762 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 PRR 227X, 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 45 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 PRR 227X?

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What year was PRR 227X registered?

PRR 227X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is PRR 227X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRR 227X shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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