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TLJ 458X

1981 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,365 mi
Last recorded77,365 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Citroen 2CV53,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLJ 458X
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 77,365 miles

rear seat belts missing time of test

Fail 30 Jul 2020 77,358 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded feeding pipe to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under car very corroded. marked yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade missing both rubbers worn away (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all brake pipes under bonnet corroded

both sills corroded

rear seat belts missing time of test

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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TLJ 458X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 TLJ 458X, 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.

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What year was TLJ 458X registered?

TLJ 458X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 1 December 1981.

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