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AY52 YJS

2002 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,236 mi
Last recorded119,236 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 YJS
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 119,236 miles

Front suspension noisy when turning steering wheel lock to lock

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle rust

Pass 20 Aug 2024 118,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside sill damaged and slightly corroded

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 118,357 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside sill damaged and slightly corroded

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 113,637 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2023 113,474 miles

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 106,854 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 105,804 miles

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

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 105,804 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 90,609 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 90,609 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter loose (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 82,455 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 72,270 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 57,413 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 56,974 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 56,214 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 54,369 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 53,160 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 50,070 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 48,292 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 45,808 miles

front discs worn

Pass 3 Nov 2009 43,093 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 38,776 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 33,437 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 27,276 miles

nail in tread of nearside rear tyre

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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AY52 YJS is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 94,818 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 AY52 YJS, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY52 YJS?

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What year was AY52 YJS registered?

AY52 YJS is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 19 November 2002.

Is AY52 YJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 YJS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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