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AD51 DVY

2001 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

151,555 mi
Last recorded151,555 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 2001 Citroen Dispatch100,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 DVY
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2020 151,555 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point at sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2020 151,548 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle steel pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point at sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 143,014 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front jacking point outrigger corroded

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 133,972 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 124,459 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 117,700 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 109,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 17 Aug 2015 109,831 miles

offside rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 26 Aug 2014 102,036 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 95,734 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 89,458 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 83,047 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 76,403 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 76,403 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Dec 2009 68,804 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 68,709 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2008 52,495 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 52,495 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Dec 2007 32,938 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 32,938 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Dec 2006 13,763 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 13,763 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 85,535 miles

both front wishbone bushes slightly warnout & slightly play

o/s/f bottom balljoint slightly play

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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AD51 DVY is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2001 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 100,735 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AD51 DVY, 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 25 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD51 DVY registered?

AD51 DVY is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is AD51 DVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 DVY shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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