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LY55 OCV

2006 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 OCV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

mileage not displayed

Fail 7 Jul 2023

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

mileage not displayed

Pass 11 Jul 2022 135,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 125,946 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 123,709 miles

Offside mirror glass cracked

Fail 13 Oct 2020 123,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Indicator switch faulty on right turn (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 111,879 miles

Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

EML does not illuminate

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked, casing loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tail lamp lens damaged

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both have slight play ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 111,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure X2 brackets broken (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Sidewall states for trailer use only (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

EML does not illuminate

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked, casing loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tail lamp lens damaged

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both have slight play ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 99,114 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 91,197 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 82,774 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 73,270 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 64,557 miles

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

Oil leak

offside rear tyre cracking due to age

Pass 31 Jan 2013 60,021 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 56,072 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 45,785 miles

small cut on n/s/r tyre + low on tread

Fail 27 Sep 2010 45,785 miles

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

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

small cut on n/s/r tyre + low on tread

Pass 28 Sep 2009 40,302 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 35,330 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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LY55 OCV is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LY55 OCV, 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 LY55 OCV registered?

LY55 OCV is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 21 February 2006.

Is LY55 OCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 OCV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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