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BT61 FMU

2011 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

291,556 mi
Last recorded291,556 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen Dispatch96,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 FMU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 291,556 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Axle corroded

Fail 20 Nov 2025 291,549 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2024 275,224 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Slight (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 275,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Slight (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 267,343 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface slight damage (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 264,409 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface MISSING (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Dec 2022 264,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

nearside front pads sensor wire broken

Pass 29 Dec 2021 261,240 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 261,232 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 159,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 149,546 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Aug 2018 143,632 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 128,684 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 128,684 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 108,671 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 108,671 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 85,667 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 85,667 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 61,059 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 30,855 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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BT61 FMU is a 2011 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2011 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 96,278 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 BT61 FMU, 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 15 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT61 FMU registered?

BT61 FMU is a 2011 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 22 December 2011.

Is BT61 FMU safe to buy?

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