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GF61 OVU

2012 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

285,667 mi
Last recorded285,667 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2012 Citroen Dispatch91,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 OVU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 285,667 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Light cluster damaged

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Grinding rash?! (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 285,222 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Light cluster damaged

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Grinding rash?! (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 257,927 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 257,927 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 246,936 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 246,936 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 206,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play BORDERLINE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

condition of n/s/f inner & outer cv boots BORDERLINE

Pass 7 Jun 2018 187,330 miles

Offside Front indicator fading

Fail 7 Jun 2018 187,330 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front indicator fading

Pass 6 Dec 2017 167,055 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt BORDERLINE (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear seat belt twisted

Fail 6 Dec 2017 167,055 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt BORDERLINE (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear seat belt twisted

Pass 7 Jun 2017 143,501 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 135,327 miles

nearside rear pads worn

play in top of steering column

Pass 14 Mar 2016 103,722 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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GF61 OVU is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2012 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 91,888 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 GF61 OVU, 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 14 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GF61 OVU registered?

GF61 OVU is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is GF61 OVU safe to buy?

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