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SG05 SWO

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

138,497 mi
Last recorded138,497 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 SWO
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 138,497 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Driver's seat belt slightly frayed

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/s obligatory mirror damaged but secure

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

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

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

Rear coil springs corroded

Registration light's dim

Slight play in steering wheel

Fail 23 Oct 2017 138,497 miles

Stop lamp not working centre (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Registration light's dim

Slight play in steering wheel

Rear coil springs corroded

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Driver's seat belt slightly frayed

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/s obligatory mirror damaged but secure

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 132,312 miles

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

Offside Front seatbelt poor

number plate lamps poor

Fail 12 Oct 2016 132,312 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 on axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front seatbelt poor

number plate lamps poor

Pass 22 Oct 2015 127,570 miles

slight play at steering wheel

Fail 21 Oct 2015 127,570 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases full system (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 121,550 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2013
Fail 14 Jan 2013

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 83,096 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2012 83,096 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 75,056 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 69,695 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 55,023 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 55,023 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 40,544 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 40,544 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SG05 SWO is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 SG05 SWO, 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 SG05 SWO registered?

SG05 SWO is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is SG05 SWO safe to buy?

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