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P829 JCR

1997 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

123,199 mi
Last recorded123,199 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Citroen Dispatch134,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 JCR
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2007 123,199 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 123,197 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 25 May 2007 123,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front brake pad sensors disconnected

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2006 116,835 miles

As previous test.

Fail 8 May 2006 116,834 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Fail 6 May 2006 116,834 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Both exterior mirrors have temporary repair.

Brake fluid cap missing

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

N/s/f windscreen washer jet missing.

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

O/s/f seat belt stalk cover missing

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

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

Slight play in steering rack

Slight wear in both front shock absorbers.

oil leak

Pass 17 May 2005 108,620 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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P829 JCR is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 P829 JCR, 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.

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What year was P829 JCR registered?

P829 JCR is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 23 January 1997.

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