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BG09 GWL

2009 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

206,778 mi
Last recorded206,778 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen Dispatch96,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 GWL
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 206,778 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 206,778 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached PAN ROD SUPPORT (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 196,039 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 186,467 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 186,467 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 175,339 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 175,339 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 100,321 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 88,689 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 88,689 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 75,973 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 63,722 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 63,722 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brakes look to be worn low.

Pass 15 Sep 2014 51,133 miles

o/s wiper blade ripped.

Fail 15 Sep 2014 51,133 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

o/s wiper blade ripped.

Pass 19 Aug 2013 39,222 miles

advise b/discs lipped & grooved

advise rear brake linings require adjustment

Fail 19 Aug 2013 39,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise b/discs lipped & grooved

advise rear brake linings require adjustment

Pass 23 Aug 2012 28,060 miles

advise front discs lipped

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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BG09 GWL is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2009 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 96,476 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 BG09 GWL, 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 17 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG09 GWL registered?

BG09 GWL is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is BG09 GWL safe to buy?

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