1955 Citroen Traction Avant 11BN 1.9L Petrol · 138 XVX

The Citroen Traction Avant passed its most recent MOT on 10 May 2024 at 44,981 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend at present. The prior day's test on 9 May 2024 at 44,952 miles produced a failure with no defects listed, a pattern consistent with an administrative or presentation issue at the testing station rather than a mechanical fault. The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status. Recorded mileage stands at 44,981 miles against a 1955 build, equating to roughly 634 miles per year. The two 2024 tests show only 29 miles added between them, confirming extremely light recent use. The MOT history is sparse, with just these two entries supplied, so no long-term wear trend or gap in testing can be established from the data provided. Low annual mileage of this order often means prolonged standing periods, which carries its own risks for ageing rubber, fluids, and structural preservation. A buyer should physically inspect the Citroen's suspension bushes, coil springs, and hydraulic components given the marque's age and likely idle storage. The torsion bar front end and trailing arm rear require checks for corrosion and fatigue. Brake discs, calipers, and flexible lines must be examined for seizure after standing. Structural integrity around the chassis rails and floorpan needs scrutiny for rust, as 71-year-old bodies seldom escape moisture damage. The clean 2024 pass offers reassurance, but a 29-mile pre-failure the day before warrants confirmation that the test failure was clerical, not a suppressed defect.