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BT56 VAM

2006 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

139,557 mi
Last recorded139,557 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2014
Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 VAM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2014 139,557 miles

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

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

heavy oil leak sump corroded

high level brake light inop

Pass 16 Jan 2014 139,557 miles

heavy oil leak sump corroded

high level brake light inop

Pass 15 Jan 2013 121,806 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 121,806 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 103,299 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 103,299 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2010

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brakes noisey/squeeling

Fail 23 Dec 2010

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brakes noisey/squeeling

Pass 24 Dec 2009 64,136 miles

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 VAM is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 VAM, 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 BT56 VAM registered?

BT56 VAM is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is BT56 VAM safe to buy?

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