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R711 YNE

1997 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

145,968 mi
Last recorded145,968 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Citroen Dispatch134,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR711 YNE
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 145,968 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 14,699 miles

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 146,765 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 146,517 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 145,513 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 146,352 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 145,965 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 145,389 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 145,389 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 144,873 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 144,394 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 142,388 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 140,994 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 140,994 miles

Headlamp aim too low both lamps (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 137,690 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 134,871 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 134,871 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 131,975 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 131,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 127,344 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 123,912 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 121,313 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 118,167 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 115,290 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 113,037 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 105,647 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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R711 YNE is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R711 YNE, 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

How do I check the history of R711 YNE?

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What year was R711 YNE registered?

R711 YNE is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 4 November 1997.

Is R711 YNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R711 YNE shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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