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P824 DRM

1997 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

161,795 mi
Last recorded161,795 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Citroen Dispatch134,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP824 DRM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 161,795 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 161,795 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 May 2015 158,274 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2014 154,441 miles

Oil leak

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 2 May 2013 146,767 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 136,521 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 126,963 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 112,921 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 99,900 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 88,963 miles

Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 75,274 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 70,539 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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P824 DRM is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 134,170 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 P824 DRM, 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 29 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 P824 DRM registered?

P824 DRM is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P824 DRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P824 DRM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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