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R280 HNV

1997 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

195,404 mi
Last recorded195,404 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Citroen Dispatch134,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 HNV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2010 195,404 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 189,285 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 14 Jan 2008 179,801 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 179,801 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 171,070 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 162,749 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 162,735 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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R280 HNV is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R280 HNV, 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 R280 HNV registered?

R280 HNV is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 23 December 1997.

Is R280 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R280 HNV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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