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BT56 BDO

2006 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

51,554 mi
Last recorded51,554 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 BDO
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 51,554 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 51,554 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2018 49,061 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 49,060 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 45,367 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (at front) (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 41,084 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 37,519 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 37,484 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 34,026 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 34,019 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 30,577 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 27,832 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 22,894 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 22,894 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 15,771 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2010 15,771 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BT56 BDO is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BT56 BDO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT56 BDO registered?

BT56 BDO is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is BT56 BDO safe to buy?

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