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NU51 VVT

2001 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

158,862 mi
Last recorded158,862 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Citroen Dispatch100,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 VVT
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 158,862 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 158,862 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 152,760 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010
Pass 15 Dec 2009 128,613 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 14 Dec 2009 128,613 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 117,504 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2007 103,869 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 103,869 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 89,443 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 74,346 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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NU51 VVT is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 100,735 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 NU51 VVT, 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 25 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU51 VVT registered?

NU51 VVT is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is NU51 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 VVT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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