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FM05 URB

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,555 mi
Last recorded151,555 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 URB
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 151,555 miles

Both side front tyres wearing on outer edges

Centre stop lamp not working

Indicators effect rear lights

Fail 16 Feb 2018 151,216 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both side fronts (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Dip and Main Beams No image (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Centre stop lamp not working

Both side front tyres wearing on outer edges

Indicators effect rear lights

Pass 14 Feb 2017 140,680 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 124,685 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 119,871 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 112,778 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 107,463 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2012 101,292 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 101,292 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 97,334 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 97,334 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 90,654 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 68,693 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 68,693 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 59,444 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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FM05 URB is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 90,834 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 FM05 URB, 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 21 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM05 URB registered?

FM05 URB is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is FM05 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 URB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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