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AU56 ULC

2006 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

137,330 mi
Last recorded137,330 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 ULC
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 137,330 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 135,539 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 127,037 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 122,230 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2020 122,230 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 119,368 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2019 119,365 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 114,906 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Aug 2017

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front bumper and grill insecure

Pass 2 Sep 2016 102,481 miles

nearside front mirror housing loose

Fail 31 Aug 2016 102,324 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front mirror housing loose

Pass 20 Aug 2015

? brake pad warning light fault

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Aug 2015

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

? brake pad warning light fault

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2014
Pass 19 Aug 2013 78,199 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly cracked/perished .

Fail 24 Aug 2012 67,746 miles

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 67,746 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 62,209 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 62,206 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

o/s/f side light dull

Pass 17 Aug 2010 52,044 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 40,077 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 40,077 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AU56 ULC is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2006 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 91,980 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 AU56 ULC, 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 20 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU56 ULC registered?

AU56 ULC is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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