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BW57 GTY

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

170,390 mi
Last recorded170,390 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 GTY
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 170,390 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 Nov 2023 170,351 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure 3 support mounts corroded and broken away (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working Pump cannot be heard (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 57,001 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 49,413 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 49,413 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 63,912 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 39,434 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2019 39,434 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 62,531 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 38,089 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 38,089 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 37,019 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2015 35,586 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 33,828 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 21 Aug 2013 31,489 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 29,373 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 29,373 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 25,147 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 21,212 miles

small cuts in nsf tyre tread and sidewall

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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BW57 GTY is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 102,636 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 BW57 GTY, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BW57 GTY registered?

BW57 GTY is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 8 February 2008.

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