1989 Citroen 2CV 0.6L Petrol · F867 RHK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 13 August 2025 at 44 453 miles passed with only minor advisories. The maintenance trend shows improvement after a series of failures in 2020‑2022. The last two tests—July 2024 at 41 264 miles and August 2025—are passes, indicating that major brake, suspension and structural issues have been addressed. Mileage accumulates at roughly 1 200 miles per year over the car’s 37‑year life, a low figure for its age. However, the rise from 41 264 miles in July 2024 to 44 453 miles in August 2025 adds 3 189 miles in about 13 months, a recent increase in usage that exceeds the long‑term average. The gap between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests is just over a year, so the MOT coverage remains relatively recent. The advisories highlight items that merit a hands‑on inspection. The oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i)) should be checked for rate and source, and fluid levels verified. The offside front axle swivel pins and bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i)) need examination for play or wear that could affect steering geometry. The rear seat‑belt anchorage corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i)) recorded in July 2024 must be inspected for structural integrity of the mounting area. Brake components, especially rear brake balance and binding, were flagged in July 2024; a test of pedal feel and noise is advisable. Tyres show past cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) and should be assessed for uneven wear and damage. The history also records suspension and bearing issues—shock‑absorber fluid leaks, wheel‑bearing roughness—and structural corrosion around the chassis; a thorough inspection of the chassis, mounting welds, and suspension bushes is recommended. Overall the car presents a stable, improving maintenance record with low mileage, but the recurring corrosion, oil leak, and past brake/suspension faults mean a buyer should carry out a detailed pre‑purchase inspection of the oil system, suspension mounting points, seat‑belt anchorage area, brake operation, tyre condition, and chassis integrity before purchase.