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BV52 NVU

2002 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

159,522 mi
Last recorded159,522 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 NVU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2017 159,522 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill and inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

spare wheel not secured.

Pass 8 Nov 2016 149,323 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 149,323 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2015 141,748 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 141,748 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front tyres low on inner edges

Pass 26 Sep 2014 132,743 miles

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

engine oil on minimum

Pass 4 Oct 2013 124,290 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 124,286 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 117,759 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Oct 2012 117,759 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 108,084 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 155,875 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Sep 2010 155,875 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 149,610 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2007
Pass 30 Aug 2006 121,522 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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BV52 NVU is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 BV52 NVU, 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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BV52 NVU is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 19 September 2002.

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