Based on 238 MOT tests from 21 vehicles analysed by VehicleScore. The figures below describe that VehicleScore sample. Recurring issues seen in VehicleScore MOT data are not a claim that every CITROEN 2CV has the same fault.
CITROEN 2CV's have a slightly over average reliability rating of 587/999. The score was calculated from the average of every CITROEN 2CV that has had a registered MOT.
We calculated all of the below figures by getting the score from each vehicle make/model/year/fuel, which are each calculated a score. We then generate the average score, taking into account factors such as mileage and emissions.
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| Fuel Type | Year | Reliability Score | Avg Mileage | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | 593/999Above average | 78,186 miles | 1,111 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 586/999Above average | 77,612 miles | 543 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 581/999Above average | 77,837 miles | 922 vehicles |
Based on 238 MOT tests from 21 vehicles analysed by VehicleScore.
Vehicles
21
MOT tests
238
Pass rate
73.1%
Median mileage
60,268 mi
Recurring issues seen in VehicleScore MOT data are inspection findings from this sample. They are not a statement that every CITROEN 2CV has the same fault. The median VehicleScore in this sample is 580 out of 999.
These groups combine equivalent MOT comments, such as the same tyre note on different corners. Counts are comment occurrences in the sample, not a percentage of cars.
VehicleScore MOT data includes 26 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a worn or deteriorated bush that was not already counted as an anti-roll bar or suspension arm defect.
What to inspect
Listen for knocks and ask which bush the tester named.
Example MOT wording: NEARSIDE AXLE KING PIN HAS SLIGHT PLAY IN PIN AND/OR BUSH (2.5.A.3A)
VehicleScore MOT data includes 19 advisory comments and 3 failure comments in this group. Seen as both an advisory and a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record tyres that were worn, damaged, or close to the legal tread depth when the car was inspected.
What to inspect
Check the tread depth and look for uneven wear, cracking, or damage on all four tyres.
Example MOT wording: OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED/CRACKING OR PERISHING (5.2.3 (D) (II))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 11 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a parking brake that did not hold well enough or had a component defect.
What to inspect
Test that the parking brake holds the car on a slope and releases cleanly.
Example MOT wording: PARKING BRAKE: EFFICIENCY BELOW REQUIREMENTS (3.7.B.7)
VehicleScore MOT data includes 10 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record an oil leak noted by the tester. Shock absorber misting is counted as a damper issue, not as an engine oil leak.
What to inspect
Look under the engine for fresh oil, and check the oil level.
Example MOT wording: OIL LEAK, BUT NOT EXCESSIVE (8.4.1 (A) (I))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 8 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record corrosion the tester could see on the body or structure. Corrosion already named on a spring, brake, or other component is counted with that component.
What to inspect
Inspect the underside, sills, and subframe for heavy corrosion, especially where an advisory mentions it.
Example MOT wording: NEARSIDE REAR SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE PRESCRIBED AREA IS EXCESSIVELY CORRODED (5.2.6)
VehicleScore MOT data includes 3 advisory comments and 5 failure comments in this group. Seen as both an advisory and a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record exhaust leaks, insecurity, or other exhaust defects found at inspection.
What to inspect
Listen for blowing from the exhaust and look for corrosion or loose mounts.
Example MOT wording: EXHAUST HAS A MINOR LEAK OF EXHAUST GASES (7.1.2)
VehicleScore MOT data includes 8 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a headlamp that was not working, insecure, or aimed incorrectly.
What to inspect
Switch on dipped and main beam and look for a cloudy lens or a wrong aim.
Example MOT wording: NEARSIDE HEADLAMP AIM TOO LOW (1.8)
VehicleScore MOT data includes 8 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a steering defect that is not a track rod, rack, or power steering item.
What to inspect
Ask which steering part the tester named and whether it has been repaired.
Example MOT wording: OFFSIDE FRONT AXLE KING PIN HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN PIN AND/OR BUSH ADVERSELY AFFECTING THE STEERING (2.5.A.3A)
A model year is only commented on when VehicleScore has at least 5 vehicles from that year.
Not enough VehicleScore data for year-by-year conclusions.
This is an inspection checklist based on MOT comments in the VehicleScore sample. It does not mean the car you are looking at has these defects.
Suspension bush issues. Listen for knocks and ask which bush the tester named.
Tyre wear. Check the tread depth and look for uneven wear, cracking, or damage on all four tyres.
Parking brake faults. Test that the parking brake holds the car on a slope and releases cleanly.
Oil leak. Look under the engine for fresh oil, and check the oil level.
Corrosion. Inspect the underside, sills, and subframe for heavy corrosion, especially where an advisory mentions it.
Exhaust. Listen for blowing from the exhaust and look for corrosion or loose mounts.
Headlamp faults. Switch on dipped and main beam and look for a cloudy lens or a wrong aim.
Other steering issues. Ask which steering part the tester named and whether it has been repaired.
Common problems tell you what can affect CITROEN 2CVs generally. VehicleScore can check the history of the actual car you're considering.
VehicleScore analyses MOT histories from vehicles in its own dataset. Sample sizes vary by model, and a small sample is labelled as such. MOT data records roadworthiness and inspection defects. It does not capture every mechanical or electronic problem a car can have, and a comment on one test is not proof that the model has an inherent fault.