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GV05 ZHO

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

179,587 mi
Last recorded179,587 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 ZHO
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 179,587 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop light not working

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 18 Nov 2019 177,185 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced tape over lense (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced tape over lense (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber top mounting plate in the inner wheel arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 169,097 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside rear lamp lens cracked

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

Fail 21 Nov 2018 169,097 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment track-rod inner (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside rear lamp lens cracked

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

offside track-rod end boot starting to split

Pass 23 Nov 2017 160,550 miles

Both front MacPherson strut shock absorbers worn to the point that they have no damping effect.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 Nov 2017 160,550 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2016 151,520 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 136,225 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 122,007 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 113,318 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 100,059 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 87,649 miles

n/s and o/s rear tyres showing signs of perrishing

Pass 1 Apr 2011 73,477 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 63,188 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 53,218 miles

front bumper damaged on the nearside

Fail 12 Jul 2008 41,908 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 41,908 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 ZHO is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ZHO, 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 ZHO registered?

GV05 ZHO is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 25 July 2005.

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