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GV05 VGZ

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,121 mi
Last recorded142,121 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 VGZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 142,121 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Oct 2015

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

steering rack end has slight play at inner fixing.

Fail 21 Oct 2015

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

steering rack end has slight play at inner fixing.

Pass 5 Nov 2014 123,468 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 10,937 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 10,937 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 96,368 miles

tyres worn

Pass 9 Nov 2011 84,988 miles

Intercooler/boost pipes not conected

N/s/r tyre perishing

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 74,711 miles

battery insecure

Fail 23 Aug 2010 74,708 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

battery insecure

Pass 22 Aug 2009 65,558 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 65,555 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 64,434 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 64,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 48,728 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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GV05 VGZ is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GV05 VGZ, 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 GV05 VGZ registered?

GV05 VGZ is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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