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LY16 VYM

2016 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

145,253 mi
Last recorded145,253 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Citroen Dispatch73,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY16 VYM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 145,253 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 145,216 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 141,682 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rears (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Fail 26 Oct 2024 141,676 miles

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

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Calliper bracket bolts loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective Lamp leans cracked and damaged (4.2.1 (b))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rears (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Position lamp incorrect colour Both fronts (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 123,537 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 110,007 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 96,026 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 96,024 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 76,514 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2019 57,092 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 57,092 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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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LY16 VYM is a 2016 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 73,586 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 LY16 VYM, 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 10 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LY16 VYM registered?

LY16 VYM is a 2016 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 August 2016.

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