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A12 VRV

2017 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,219 mi
Last recorded137,219 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Citroen Dispatch69,471 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 VRV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 137,219 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Diesel leaking from top of engine? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 137,219 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust blow and engine fault. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Diesel leaking from top of engine? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 130,122 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 130,118 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 120,955 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 low (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower dash (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 109,958 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 95,217 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 79,639 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 79,639 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2020 77,038 miles
Fail 8 May 2020 77,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2020

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How Reliable is the Citroen Dispatch?

Based on 1,114,316 MOT tests across 87,828 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
8,093
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
87,828
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,685
Registration plate lamp not working 26,287
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26,227
position lamp(s) not working 24,481
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 15,659
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A12 VRV is a 2017 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 69,471 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Dispatch fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 VRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Dispatch typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 9 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A12 VRV registered?

A12 VRV is a 2017 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is A12 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 VRV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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