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AJ51 DYD

2001 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Citroen Dispatch100,735 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 DYD
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2022

Central Exhaust system corroded.

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

Nearside Front Body has slight damage.

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Sill area corroded.

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Sill area corroded.

Rear Tyres perished and cracking.

Pass 17 May 2021

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

Nearside Front Of vehicle has slight body damage.

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2020

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2019

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

engine smokes when cold ?

slight movement in o/s front brake calliper

Pass 24 May 2018 1,467 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2018 1,467 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 11,389 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty, just passable (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 May 2017 11,389 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty, just passable (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 May 2016

Front front both coil springs show corrosion

Rear both coil springs show corrosion

advised ODOMETER READING NO,S INCOMPLETE AT RETEST 11037

Fail 11 May 2016

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front front both coil springs show corrosion

Rear both coil springs show corrosion

Pass 26 May 2015 108,066 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 107,020 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 105,607 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 105,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 105,290 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 103,433 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 101,359 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 97,118 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 94,775 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 93,489 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 93,489 miles

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 77,895 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 66,088 miles

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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AJ51 DYD 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 78.3%.

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 AJ51 DYD, 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 AJ51 DYD registered?

AJ51 DYD is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 8 October 2001.

Is AJ51 DYD safe to buy?

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