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R852 PBM

1997 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

142,273 mi
Last recorded142,273 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Citroen Dispatch134,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR852 PBM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 May 2026 142,273 miles

Front Headlamp insecure both sides (4.1.1 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak from hose at radiator/ temp sensor ()

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 142,145 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 141,721 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 141,432 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 140,490 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 139,750 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 139,272 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 138,764 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 137,758 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 136,980 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 136,214 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 135,330 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 134,755 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 134,161 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 133,620 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 132,340 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 131,131 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 129,228 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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R852 PBM is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R852 PBM, 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 R852 PBM registered?

R852 PBM is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R852 PBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R852 PBM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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