1984 Citroen 2CV 0.6L Petrol · A120 TDE

This 1984 Citroën 2CV shows a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 24 September 2024 confirming no defects. The vehicle has passed its last two MOTs without fail, though the 2021 test remains an anomaly—recorded as a failure despite no defects being logged, which may indicate an administrative error or a test centre oversight. The absence of advisories or recurring issues in the 2023 and 2024 tests suggests that, at the time of testing, the vehicle’s critical systems—brakes, suspension, steering, and exhaust emissions—were functioning within legal limits. However, the 2021 failure without explanation raises a question mark over whether the vehicle was subjected to a partial or incomplete inspection, or if there was a technical issue not documented. The recorded mileage of 76,088 miles over roughly 42 years equates to an average of around 1,812 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The most significant gap in the record spans from 21 September 2021 to 20 September 2023—a full two-year period without an MOT. While this could reflect light usage or prolonged storage, it also introduces uncertainty about the vehicle’s condition during that time. The 2024 test, just under a year after the last pass, indicates the owner may have prioritised bringing the vehicle up to standard before its due date. The low mileage suggests consumable wear—such as tyres, brake pads, and wiper blades—may have been less aggressive, but it also implies potential neglect in areas not directly tied to mileage, such as corrosion protection or fluid changes. Given the sparse defect history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of components that are notoriously challenging to assess without physical examination. The suspension, particularly the rubber bushes and coil springs, will require close scrutiny for dry rot or excessive play, as these are common failure points in older vehicles. The brakes, while not flagged in the MOTs, should be checked for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the rear drums—especially if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. Structural integrity is another critical concern; the chassis and body panels should be inspected for hidden corrosion, particularly around the wheel arches, sills, and rear axle, where rust can compromise the vehicle’s load-bearing capacity. Given the 2021 MOT failure without explanation, it would also be prudent to verify whether any unrecorded issues—such as electrical faults or emissions-related modifications—have been addressed.