Citroen Dispatch Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Citroen Dispatch reliable? We analysed 1,114,316 real MOT tests across 87,828 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen Dispatch is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen Dispatch.
Citroen Dispatch Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen Dispatch. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen Dispatch MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen Dispatch to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen Dispatch Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Citroen Dispatch fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Citroen Dispatch Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen Dispatch models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Citroen Dispatch Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen Dispatch owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen Dispatch MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen Dispatch year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 129 | 79.1% | 11,206 | 21,323 | 37,989 |
| 2021 | 1,256 | 75.2% | 36,545 | 52,834 | 73,539 |
| 2020 | 2,677 | 78.4% | 38,597 | 54,868 | 75,323 |
| 2019 | 25,787 | 77.2% | 40,529 | 61,756 | 87,610 |
| 2018 | 34,884 | 77.9% | 41,731 | 63,649 | 91,495 |
| 2017 | 44,171 | 78.6% | 46,323 | 69,471 | 97,441 |
| 2016 | 40,021 | 71.1% | 49,494 | 73,586 | 102,022 |
| 2015 | 51,781 | 69.2% | 52,092 | 79,141 | 111,203 |
| 2014 | 47,518 | 69.5% | 53,400 | 81,616 | 114,761 |
| 2013 | 41,165 | 69.4% | 54,136 | 84,199 | 119,671 |
| 2012 | 34,705 | 68.4% | 59,760 | 91,888 | 131,373 |
| 2011 | 45,551 | 67.4% | 62,485 | 96,278 | 138,690 |
| 2010 | 57,230 | 67.2% | 62,982 | 98,322 | 143,334 |
| 2009 | 49,429 | 67.3% | 60,624 | 96,476 | 143,322 |
| 2008 | 72,426 | 67.0% | 66,150 | 102,636 | 149,245 |
| 2007 | 79,928 | 66.9% | 66,587 | 103,049 | 149,880 |
| 2006 | 67,513 | 68.2% | 60,034 | 91,980 | 129,343 |
| 2005 | 70,812 | 67.7% | 59,644 | 90,834 | 126,274 |
| 2004 | 71,942 | 68.4% | 61,432 | 92,795 | 127,104 |
| 2003 | 66,417 | 68.3% | 60,713 | 91,010 | 124,790 |
How Long Does a Citroen Dispatch Last?
Based on 87,828 Citroen Dispatch vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen Dispatch Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Dispatch MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen Dispatch
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.1% MOT pass rate from 129 tests
65.2% MOT pass rate from 28,691 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen Dispatch is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.1% across 129 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Citroen Dispatch Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen Dispatch THIS CAR | 68.8% | 1,114,316 | 91,170 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen Xsara | 69.1% | 5,047,330 | 77,497 mi | 28 yrs |
| Citroen Berlingo | 70.1% | 4,453,235 | 83,738 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen C3 | 72.7% | 4,435,918 | 53,913 mi | 24 yrs |
| Toyota Carina | 67.9% | 357,148 | 108,157 mi | 38 yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen Dispatch trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Citroen Dispatch has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.8% across 1,114,316 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Citroen Dispatch are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (31,685 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (26,287), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (26,227). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen Dispatch with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Citroen Dispatch owner drives around 8,093 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Citroen Dispatch models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.