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RA51 DSE

2001 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Citroen Dispatch100,735 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 DSE
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016

Both front shock absorbers has corrosion to the casing

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Jul 2016

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Damaged / missing a part area / piece (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced attachment bracket missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Both front shock absorbers has corrosion to the casing

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015

Oil leak

engine oil vary low

Fail 10 Jul 2015

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

engine oil vary low

Pass 31 May 2014
Fail 31 May 2014

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2013

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 May 2013

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emissions not tested no oil in enging and injuter liking

Pass 10 Mar 2012

brakes noisey

tested wet and muddy

Fail 3 Feb 2012

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front brake discs in slightly poor condition

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 28 Jan 2011
Pass 4 Feb 2010

Damp round injector 4, no visable sign of leak

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 94,297 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 85,739 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 79,195 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2005 73,099 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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RA51 DSE is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 100,735 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 RA51 DSE, 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 25 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA51 DSE registered?

RA51 DSE is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is RA51 DSE safe to buy?

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