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MK56 EHT

2006 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

304,047 mi
Last recorded304,047 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 EHT
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2021 304,047 miles

Brake performance not tested due to condition of brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipes as marked in yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions not tested due to excessive fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked in yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road damage measured at 20mm in zone A (3.2 (a) (ii))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety diesel leaking from fuel tank (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front sub frame corroded

rear suspension components corroded

rear window stickers require removal (taxi failure)

Pass 27 Aug 2020 303,424 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2020 303,349 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust middle box rear pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Top shock. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust middle box rear pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Top shock. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 278,595 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced top shock (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 234,819 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres cracking in tread

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 22 Aug 2017 234,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres cracking in tread

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 187,666 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

batter light on

coil spring corroded all four springs (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 187,576 miles

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

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

batter light on

coil spring corroded all four springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 189,641 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 189,641 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 169,147 miles

battery warning light on (advise only)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 169,007 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

battery warning light on (advise only)

excessive engine oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2013 146,341 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 124,238 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 105,167 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 85,440 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 67,561 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2008 47,331 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 47,140 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 26,123 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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MK56 EHT is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 MK56 EHT, 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.

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MK56 EHT is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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