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BV52 BTF

2002 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

184,322 mi
Last recorded184,322 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 BTF
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 184,322 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2013 179,751 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 168,035 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 157,305 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 141,052 miles

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 138,461 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 127,037 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 127,037 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 125,248 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 98,063 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2006 78,180 miles

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

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

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

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

both front inner steering rack joints have slight play

Pass 13 Oct 2006 78,180 miles

both front inner steering rack joints have slight play

Pass 21 Sep 2005 58,945 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 58,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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BV52 BTF is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 94,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV52 BTF, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BV52 BTF registered?

BV52 BTF is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is BV52 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV52 BTF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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