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THC 414S

1978 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,580 mi
Last recorded71,580 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Citroen 2CV47,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHC 414S
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 71,580 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 71,420 miles

all four tyres are perished

big under tray fitted thus fitted not allowing full inspection

emissions are too clean to get a reading

oil leak in engine bay

track rod end dust covers are perished OSF & NSF

Pass 14 Sep 2016 71,195 miles

Big under tray fitted & under sealed

exhaust has minor gas leaks

front tyres are perished

oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2015 70,928 miles

Big under tray fitted & under sealed

Pass 19 Aug 2014 70,337 miles

Both rear wheel bearings noisey.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 70,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 70,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

offside front tyre slight splitting tyre wall

Pass 25 Aug 2011 69,768 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 69,508 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 69,507 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 68,689 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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THC 414S is a 1978 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Citroen 2CV models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 47,102 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 THC 414S, 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 48 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 THC 414S registered?

THC 414S is a 1978 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 20 June 1978.

Is THC 414S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THC 414S shows 11 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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