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MK56 YVP

2006 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2021
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

485,081 mi
Last recorded485,081 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 485,081 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 485,077 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 445,801 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 445,799 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 466,346 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 409,440 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Aug 2017 409,436 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Inner sill, marked with yellow chalk (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Aug 2016 359,761 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Aug 2015 309,879 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides inner tie rods (2.2.A.1b)

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2015 309,879 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides inner tie rods (2.2.A.1b)

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2014 252,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Sep 2013 226,094 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2013 226,094 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Aug 2012 196,036 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 195,880 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2011 163,514 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 130,607 miles

n/s/f wiper worn

Pass 23 Sep 2009 104,178 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 104,178 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 90,489 miles

Oil leak

nearside headlight cracked near securing points

signs of rubbing wire on driveshaft

slight movement in offside rack knuckle

Fail 14 Mar 2009 90,489 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

nearside headlight cracked near securing points

signs of rubbing wire on driveshaft

slight movement in offside rack knuckle

Fail 27 Aug 2008 74,752 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 74,752 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 56,333 miles

Slight movement in offside rack knuckle joint

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 7 Apr 2008 56,333 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Slight movement in offside rack knuckle joint

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 3 Sep 2007 37,710 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 24,965 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 81 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 81 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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 YVP is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

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 YVP, 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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What year was MK56 YVP registered?

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

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