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SH05 DXF

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

77,240 mi
Last recorded77,240 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 DXF
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 77,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2018 75,476 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears at rear sections (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced strut top area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017
Fail 5 Sep 2017

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 71,376 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 69,374 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 67,476 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED AT TREAD

Fail 9 Sep 2014 67,476 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED AT TREAD

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 65,445 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 65,445 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 62,576 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 62,576 miles

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

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

centre exhaust baffle loose

n/s/f arch liner loose

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

brake warning indicator coming on under braking

n/s/f tyre wprn close to limit on outer edge

Pass 1 May 2012 61,804 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 55,797 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 May 2010 47,233 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 36,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 36,587 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,179 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 26,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SH05 DXF is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 SH05 DXF, 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 SH05 DXF registered?

SH05 DXF is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is SH05 DXF safe to buy?

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