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LN56 UNU

2006 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,065 mi
Last recorded40,065 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN56 UNU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 40,065 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 40,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 39,619 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box and rear box and also middle rubber is out from mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front back mirror cover is loose

Nearside Rear light unit damage / cracked but not affecting the operation of lights

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light due to light unit damage and has tape on (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2022 39,058 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle joint and middle mounting is out from rubber (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

n/s/r and o/s/r light unit slightly damaged but working as should

Fail 27 Aug 2022 39,058 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle joint and middle mounting is out from rubber (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

n/s/r and o/s/r light unit slightly damaged but working as should

Pass 20 Aug 2021 38,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 37,708 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 36,081 miles

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

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

Rear brakes noisy/drum type

Fail 19 Aug 2019 36,081 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear brakes noisy/drum type

Pass 21 Sep 2018 33,513 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear brakes noisy (drum)

Pass 15 Sep 2017 30,798 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 28,635 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 26,696 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 24,375 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 22,300 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 22,247 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 20,586 miles

Nearside Inner 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)

n/s door panel slight damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2011 17,718 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 17,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 13,595 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 9,671 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 9,671 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LN56 UNU is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 91,980 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 LN56 UNU, 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 20 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LN56 UNU registered?

LN56 UNU is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LN56 UNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN56 UNU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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