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BX09 OFU

2009 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

533,278 mi
Last recorded533,278 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen Dispatch96,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX09 OFU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 533,278 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured both front / both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 326,057 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket from exhaust filter missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2021 326,007 miles

Brake performance not tested due to condition of front brake hose (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective bracket from exhaust filter missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 305,674 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2020 305,565 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner arch liner loose (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner wheel arch liner loose (5.2.3 (f))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 299,098 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective below legal limit ()

Fail 19 Feb 2020 299,070 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective below legal limit ()

Pass 14 Feb 2019 270,505 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Screen small chip

Offside Front CV Boot clip missing

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

brake pedal rubber worn

Fail 29 Jan 2019 270,495 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective close to legal limit ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 242,287 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 244,217 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 345,506 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 345,506 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 283,279 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s/f inner (2.5.C.1a)

Steering rack deformed but serviceable n/sf (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 143,320 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) repaired, but not inappropriately (2.3.7)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 111,568 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 90,164 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2012 68,247 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 46,389 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 46,310 miles

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

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

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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BX09 OFU is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2009 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 96,476 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 BX09 OFU, 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 17 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BX09 OFU registered?

BX09 OFU is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 15 April 2009.

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