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GV05 VHC

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,194 mi
Last recorded152,194 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 VHC
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 152,194 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 147,429 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 141,759 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

spare wheel missing

Fail 31 Oct 2020 144,705 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

spare wheel missing

Pass 30 Apr 2019 133,723 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly misshapen on inside edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly misshapen on inside edge

Rear Exhaust section missing

Pass 30 Apr 2018 128,079 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center exhaust box pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight marks on windscreen

Pass 10 May 2017 123,487 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

slight marks on windscreen

Fail 10 May 2017 123,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

slight marks on windscreen

Pass 11 May 2016 119,504 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' scratches (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 May 2016 119,504 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' scratches (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 May 2015 116,429 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)

Pass 5 May 2015 116,429 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 112,745 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 102,046 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 91,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

engine oil low 1ltr added

Pass 27 Oct 2011 91,022 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

engine oil low 1ltr added

Pass 9 Oct 2010 69,319 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 56,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 56,032 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 56,032 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 40,874 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 VHC is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GV05 VHC, 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 VHC registered?

GV05 VHC is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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