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P251 NBF

1996 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

147,711 mi
Last recorded147,711 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Citroen Dispatch134,753 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 NBF
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 147,711 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2014 147,711 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 139,041 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 May 2013 139,020 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 136,281 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak

offside rack gaiter fouling

wiring harness insecure nearside reaqr (under vehicle)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 136,280 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak

offside rack gaiter fouling

power steering pipe insecure

wiring harness insecure nearside reaqr (under vehicle)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 133,066 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 125,892 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 125,892 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 25 Feb 2009 116,409 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 116,409 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 111,070 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 99,336 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 90,648 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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P251 NBF is a 1996 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1996 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 134,753 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 P251 NBF, 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 30 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P251 NBF registered?

P251 NBF is a 1996 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 31 August 1996.

Is P251 NBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P251 NBF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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