CarVerify

Free Car Check

BD05 RXX

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

52,371 mi
Last recorded52,371 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 RXX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 52,371 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 47,100 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 43,267 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2022

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced corroded + holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Torsion bar damaged and seriously weakened snapped (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Advise both front tyres inner treads scrubbed

Advise play o/s rack end

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021

Front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

Fail 25 Aug 2021

Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

Fail 6 Aug 2021

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside 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))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 41,143 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 41,143 miles

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 27,412 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO FLEXIBLE BRAKE PIPE (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 14,555 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F tyres perished & cracking

Offside Front wheel binding

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 14,506 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 14,386 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 14,386 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2015 14,355 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 14,324 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 14,297 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 14 May 2013 14,180 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2013 14,180 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 13,850 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 13,839 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2011 13,296 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 11,451 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 8,922 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 8,922 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2008 6,799 miles

front brakes binding

nearside andoffside wiper blades splitting

Fail 29 Apr 2008 6,767 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brakes binding

nearside andoffside wiper blades splitting

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
Full Citroen Dispatch reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BD05 RXX is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 90,834 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 BD05 RXX, 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 21 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD05 RXX?

You can check the full history of BD05 RXX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BD05 RXX registered?

BD05 RXX is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is BD05 RXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 RXX shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD05 RXX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BD05 RXX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.