Car statistics
Citroën 2CV statistics
How many Citroën 2CVs are still on the road in Great Britain, how many are declared off the road, how new registrations have changed and which fuels they use. Built from DVLA licensing records and 2,468 DVSA MOT tests.
- Licensed in Great Britain 2,475 +2.2% on a year earlier
- Declared SORN 4,060 Off the road, not taxed
- MOT first-time pass rate, 2025 73.4% Cars of the same ages 61.0%
- Rank by number licensed No. 527 of 1,159 models we cover
- Licensed in 1994 27,772 when this data begins
- Average annual mileage 1,190 miles a year
How many Citroën 2CVs are left in Great Britain?
There were 2,475 Citroën 2CVs licensed in Great Britain at the end of March 2026, and a further 4,060 declared off the road (SORN). That is 91.1% fewer than the 27,772 licensed in 1994, when this data begins.
Citroën 2CVs licensed in Great Britain
The count was highest in 1994, when this data begins.
| Year | Licensed |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 27,772 |
| 1995 | 23,497 |
| 1996 | 20,890 |
| 1997 | 17,775 |
| 1998 | 14,070 |
| 1999 | 11,845 |
| 2000 | 9,736 |
| 2001 | 8,093 |
| 2002 | 6,787 |
| 2003 | 5,748 |
| 2004 | 5,102 |
| 2005 | 4,579 |
| 2006 | 4,091 |
| 2007 | 3,778 |
| 2008 | 3,539 |
| 2009 | 3,292 |
| 2010 | 3,126 |
| 2011 | 3,027 |
| 2012 | 3,002 |
| 2013 | 2,811 |
| 2014 | 2,714 |
| 2015 | 2,662 |
| 2016 | 2,568 |
| 2017 | 2,533 |
| 2018 | 2,556 |
| 2019 | 2,486 |
| 2020 | 2,359 |
| 2021 | 2,385 |
| 2022 | 2,425 |
| 2023 | 2,394 |
| 2024 | 2,433 |
| 2025 | 2,501 |
| 2026 | 2,475 |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of March 2026 Updated
Fuel type
Source:DfT / DVLA End of March 2026 Updated
Citroën 2CV versions
The Citroën 2CV Bamboo has its own page. The figures above include every version; each version page covers only the cars DVLA records under that version’s name.
| Version | Licensed | SORN |
|---|---|---|
| Citroën 2CV Bamboo | 74 | 123 |
Citroën 2CV MOT reliability
In 2025, 73.4% of Citroën 2CV MOT tests were passed first time, against 72.8% for all cars. Cars of the same ages as the Citroën 2CVs tested pass 61.0% of the time, so the Citroën 2CV does better than average for its age, by 12.4 points. In 2024 its pass rate was 71.6%.
MOT first-time pass rate by age: Citroën 2CV vs all cars
Comparing like with like: each bar pair covers cars of the same age, so an older average age does not count against a model.
| Vehicle age | Citroën 2CV | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| 20+ years | 73.4% | 61.0% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Citroën 2CV MOT failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the most common reason a Citroën 2CV fails its MOT, appearing on 64.8% of failed tests. A failed test can have defects in more than one category, so shares add up to more than 100%. 5.4% of Citroën 2CV tests found at least one dangerous defect, against 7.3% for all cars.
Most common MOT failure categories
| Defect category | Share of failed tests |
|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 64.8% |
| Suspension | 24.4% |
| Body, chassis, structure | 23.5% |
| Brakes | 23.0% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 21.6% |
| Visibility | 17.4% |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 10.4% |
| Tyres | 6.3% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Most common Citroën 2CV MOT defects and advisories
The single most common reason a Citroën 2CV failed its MOT in 2025 was “Rear fog lamp: not working”, on 18.4% of 656 failed tests. 44.8% of tests ended with at least one advisory, a problem to watch that did not fail the test; the most common was “Engine oil leak, but not excessive”. The same fault on any wheel or side counts once.
Most common reasons for failure
Share of failed tests with each defect. A test can fail for more than one.
| Defect | Share of failed tests |
|---|---|
| Rear fog lamp: not working Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 18.4% |
| Non catalyst emissions carbon monoxide content excessive Noise, emissions and leaks | 15.9% |
| Position lamp: not working Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 12.0% |
| Headlamp aim: too low Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 11.4% |
| Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 10.4% |
| Individual direction indicators: not working Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 9.0% |
| Seat belts: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 8.8% |
| Drive shafts: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Body, chassis, structure | 8.5% |
| Headlamp: not working on dipped beam Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 7.0% |
| Parking brake efficiency below requirements Brakes | 6.4% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Most common advisories
Share of all tests with each advisory: worth checking on a car you are buying.
| Advisory | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Engine oil leak, but not excessive Noise, emissions and leaks | 15.5% |
| Tyres: slightly damaged or cracking or perishing Tyres | 5.0% |
| Exhaust system: minor leak of exhaust gases Body, chassis, structure | 4.5% |
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit or worn on edge Tyres | 4.5% |
| Wheel bearings: slightly noisy Suspension | 4.3% |
| Suspension arms: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension | 4.1% |
| Axles: swivel pin or bush slightly worn Suspension | 3.8% |
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material Brakes | 3.4% |
| Track rod end: ball joint has slight play Steering | 3.4% |
| Seat belts: webbing slightly damaged or frayed Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 3.0% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Citroën 2CV by year
The 1987 Citroën 2CV has its own page, with its MOT results, common faults, mileage and how many are left.
| Year | Registered | Left | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | – | 1,287 | 71.9% |
Registered: cars on the DVLA record at the end of the year they were first registered (these counts start in 2014, so older years show a dash). Left: licensed or declared SORN at the end of 2025. Both cover the United Kingdom. Pass rate: first-time passes at normal MOT tests in Great Britain in 2025; all cars: every car first registered the same year.
Citroën 2CV annual mileage
The average Citroën 2CV covers 1,190 miles a year, worked out from odometer readings at consecutive MOT tests.
Average annual mileage by age
| Vehicle age | Miles a year |
|---|---|
| 20+ years | 1,190 |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Citroën 2CV engine sizes and fuel types
Of the 2,566 Citroën 2CVs licensed in the UK at the end of 2025, 95.5% have an engine of 601cc to 700cc, and 3.4% have an engine of 401cc to 500cc.
Engine sizes, end of 2025
DVLA records engine size in 100cc bands.
| Engine size | Share of those licensed |
|---|---|
| 601cc to 700cc 2,450 licensed | 95.5% |
| 401cc to 500cc 87 licensed | 3.4% |
| Other sizes 29 licensed | 1.1% |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of 2014 to end of 2025 Updated
| Engine size | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 601–700cc | Petrol | 2,450 | 95.5% |
| 401–500cc | Petrol | 87 | 3.4% |
United Kingdom figures from DfT table VEH0220 (licensed cars at the end of each year, SORN excluded), so they differ slightly from the Great Britain counts elsewhere on this page. How we use engine sizes.
Citroën 2CV safety recalls
We found no recalls for the Citroën 2CV in DVSA’s records since 1992. That does not mean none apply: DVSA sometimes records a recall under a range or chassis name we cannot match to a model. Check a specific car on GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check.
A recall applies to cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, not to every Citroën 2CV. The details come from manufacturers through DVSA, which says they may be delayed or incomplete. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check or ask the manufacturer or a dealer. How we match recalls to models.
Compare the Citroën 2CV with other Citroën models
| Model | Licensed | Change on a year | SORN | Rank | Main fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroën 2CV | 2,475 | +2.2% | 4,060 | 527 | Petrol |
| Citroën C3 | 250,311 | −1.3% | 13,474 | 28 | Petrol |
| Citroën C4 | 171,933 | −5.9% | 13,112 | 47 | Diesel |
| Citroën C1 | 151,025 | −4.4% | 6,490 | 56 | Petrol |
| Citroën DS3 | 60,578 | −7.5% | 3,817 | 128 | Diesel |
Data sources and methodology
| Figures | Source | Period | Records | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed and SORN counts | Vehicle licensing statistics Department for Transport | End of March 2026 | 6,535 2CV records (licensed and SORN) | 15 September 2026 |
| Registered for the first time | Vehicle licensing statistics Department for Transport | 2001 to 2025 | – | 15 September 2026 |
| MOT results and mileage | Anonymised MOT tests and results Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Derived statistics UK Motoring | 2025 | 2,468 MOT tests | 15 September 2026 |
- Figures cover Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales). Northern Ireland is not included.
- Licensed counts are vehicles with a current tax or exemption at the end of each year (or the latest quarter). SORN counts are shown separately.
- First registrations count vehicles registered in Great Britain for the first time, including used imports.
- Models are grouped by DVLA’s generic model name, so every generation and trim counts together.
- MOT figures cover normal tests of cars aged three and over in 2025; retests are excluded. Age is rounded to the nearest year.
- DVSA records the model name typed in at the test. We match those names to DVLA’s generic models, so a handful of tests may be counted under a close relative.
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