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VLX 601X

1981 Citroen 2CV

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,479 mi
Last recorded63,479 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Citroen 2CV53,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLX 601X
MakeCitroen
Model2CV
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 63,479 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 59,493 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 59,044 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 57,889 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 57,158 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 56,695 miles

rear brake pipes slightly rusted

slight wear in kingpins

Pass 28 Jun 2005 55,967 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2005 55,964 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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VLX 601X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 VLX 601X, 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 VLX 601X?

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What year was VLX 601X registered?

VLX 601X is a 1981 Citroen 2CV, first registered on 10 November 1981.

Is VLX 601X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLX 601X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLX 601X have outstanding finance?

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