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MC04 YFJ

2004 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 YFJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018

loud suspension noise suspect maybe ball joints, requires further investigation

oil leak

slight click noise from OS cv joint

some bearing noise (OSF)

Fail 14 Dec 2018

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

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

Parking brake inoperative on one side NS (1.4.1 (a))

Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached NS + OS lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure severe cut to NSR inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering NS + OS inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

loud suspension noise suspect maybe ball joints, requires further investigation

oil leak

slight click noise from OS cv joint

some bearing noise (OSF)

Pass 18 Jun 2018 169,004 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B/S sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 168,999 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Center box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged wiring adrift (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour Side repeater on wing (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached pinch bolt loose (bottom ball joint) (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B/S sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 157,771 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Dec 2017 157,768 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Aug 2017

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner track rod joint has play

Oil leak

Fail 15 Aug 2017

Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported At front of chassis at unions (3.6.B.1)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner track rod joint has play

Oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2016

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Jun 2016

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Jun 2016

Brake pedal pad not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Nov 2015

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015

both front steering arms have slight play

Fail 25 Jun 2015

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 18 Jun 2015

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nsf cv boot leaking

Pass 13 Dec 2014
Pass 12 Dec 2013

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2012

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 Dec 2012

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 226,541 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 192,938 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 172,885 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 145,539 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 100,297 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 61,910 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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MC04 YFJ is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 92,795 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 MC04 YFJ, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MC04 YFJ is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 17 August 2004.

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