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FD54 XEF

2004 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

148,959 mi
Last recorded148,959 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 XEF
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 148,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misted, poor beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill - BORDERLINE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lamp unit is cracked

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind wheel arches - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 148,959 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misted, poor beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill - BORDERLINE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lamp unit is cracked

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind wheel arches - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 138,717 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 25 Jan 2024 138,717 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 130,896 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 122,950 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 116,601 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 102,318 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 92,723 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 83,280 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 72,532 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 61,813 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 51,509 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres perished

oil leak

power-steering rack damp

Pass 15 Apr 2014 51,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres perished

oil leak

power-steering rack damp

Pass 26 Feb 2013 43,043 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 36,513 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 33,609 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 30,937 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

fron brake pads and discs worn and should be changed

Pass 8 Mar 2010 30,937 miles

fron brake pads and discs worn and should be changed

Pass 4 Mar 2009 27,712 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 27,712 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 20,128 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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FD54 XEF is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 92,795 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 FD54 XEF, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FD54 XEF registered?

FD54 XEF is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 15 December 2004.

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