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GV51 UBW

2002 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

143,828 mi
Last recorded143,828 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2011
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 UBW
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2011 143,828 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

damage to nearside of windscreen

Fail 18 Mar 2011 143,828 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

damage to nearside of windscreen

Pass 11 Mar 2010 136,425 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 136,425 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 134,197 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Feb 2009 134,197 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 124,651 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 124,589 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 121,599 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 121,599 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 111,879 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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GV51 UBW is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 94,818 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 GV51 UBW, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV51 UBW registered?

GV51 UBW is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 12 February 2002.

Is GV51 UBW safe to buy?

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