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SD05 OBG

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD05 OBG
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg visible from under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis at upper spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside worn on edges, close to limit and cracking between treads (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fuel tank cradle is corroded

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2022

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill is excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill within 30cm of swing axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill is excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill within 30cm of swing axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg visible from under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis at upper spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside worn on edges, close to limit and cracking between treads (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fuel tank cradle is corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2021

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside upper strut turrets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses over axle pivots (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside outer and inner sills near jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower fuel tank retaining cradle is corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside upper shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019
Fail 21 Oct 2019

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 112,114 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 110,010 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 107,607 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 107,607 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside 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 12 Oct 2015 105,041 miles

offside rear wheel slight bind

Pass 17 Feb 2015 103,955 miles

centre brake light not working

slight bind on offside rear brake

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2014 95,194 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Feb 2014 95,194 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2013 84,679 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 84,679 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 74,066 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 74,066 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 22 Feb 2011 58,851 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

front brake discs have pitting and slight wear

o/s front tyre has wear on inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2011 58,851 miles

front brake discs have pitting and slight wear

o/s front tyre has wear on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2010 53,203 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 53,203 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 38,950 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 28,713 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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SD05 OBG is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 90,834 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD05 OBG, 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 21 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SD05 OBG registered?

SD05 OBG is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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