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DX02 PTU

2002 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

357,464 mi
Last recorded357,464 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 PTU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2009 357,464 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 357,464 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2008 311,966 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 311,778 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 271,687 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 271,681 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 12,450 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 211,870 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 157,649 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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DX02 PTU is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DX02 PTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX02 PTU registered?

DX02 PTU is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 2 March 2002.

Is DX02 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 PTU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX02 PTU have outstanding finance?

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