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GX52 HLN

2002 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

148,311 mi
Last recorded148,311 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX52 HLN
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 148,311 miles

Front brakes slight bind

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

Fail 18 Sep 2019 148,303 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Front & rear (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front brakes slight bind

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 143,610 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has flat spot on tread

Rear vehicle corroded outside of prescribed areas

Spare tyre defective ()

wipers park out of drivers view but only if switched off at the right moment

Fail 3 Apr 2018 143,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front outer sill corroded

Nearside Rear tyre has flat spot on tread

Rear vehicle corroded outside of prescribed areas

Spare tyre defective ()

wipers park out of drivers view but only if switched off at the right moment

Pass 29 Nov 2016 140,439 miles

rear brake performance slightly uneven, could improve with service

Fail 28 Nov 2016 140,420 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low does not appear to adjust (1.8)

front brakes fluctuate slightly in test rollers

rear brake performance slightly uneven, could improve with service

Pass 20 Apr 2016 138,244 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Apr 2016 138,242 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Park brake lever loose

Pass 24 Apr 2015 132,005 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 125,976 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Fail 26 Feb 2014 125,958 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 21 Dec 2012 159,331 miles

both front tyres close to limit

corrosion to exaust system

Pass 28 Oct 2011 154,549 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2010 148,133 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 148,133 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 23 Oct 2010 147,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leacking under the engine

Fail 22 Oct 2010 147,952 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leacking under the engine

Pass 6 Nov 2009 141,067 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 141,035 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

non reinforced tyres are fitted allround.

Pass 1 Oct 2008 126,547 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2007 101,516 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Temporary fuel cap fitted

wiper blades split at edges

Pass 19 Aug 2006 81,888 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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GX52 HLN is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 GX52 HLN, 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.

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What year was GX52 HLN registered?

GX52 HLN is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 5 September 2002.

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