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S818 UDT

1998 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,513 mi
Last recorded31,513 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Citroen Dispatch129,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS818 UDT
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 31,513 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 23,561 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer deteriorated (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside steering rack play

rear cross member corroded

Fail 16 Feb 2016 23,559 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer deteriorated (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside steering rack play

rear cross member corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2015 22,255 miles

exhaust deteriorated

rear body corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2014 20,655 miles

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 29 Jan 2013 19,661 miles

slight wear in steering rack at offside

Pass 31 Jan 2012 18,518 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 17,582 miles

steering rack slight play

Pass 29 Jan 2010 15,649 miles

nearside rear tyre screw in tread

offside steering rack slight play

Pass 28 Jan 2009 15,233 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 15,231 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 13,981 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 11,278 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 5,111 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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S818 UDT is a 1998 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 129,599 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 S818 UDT, 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 28 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S818 UDT registered?

S818 UDT is a 1998 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S818 UDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S818 UDT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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