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R40 MPA

2009 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,453 mi
Last recorded35,453 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Dispatch96,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 MPA
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 35,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 34,876 miles

Nearside Rear top marker lamp inoperative

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 32,181 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 29,560 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 28,238 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 24,626 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 24,087 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 23,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 23,134 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 21,766 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Mar 2017 21,318 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 17,565 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 16,357 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 15,254 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 10,098 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Mar 2013 10,098 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2012 6,118 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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R40 MPA is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2009 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 96,476 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 R40 MPA, 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 17 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R40 MPA registered?

R40 MPA is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is R40 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 MPA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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