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SH05 NZU

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,945 mi
Last recorded138,945 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 NZU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 138,945 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 138,944 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch missing sliding door (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering subframe (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2017 135,298 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 129,341 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Aug 2016 129,341 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 123,856 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases in poor condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 119,281 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 115,626 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 111,323 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2012 111,323 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 108,204 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 108,204 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 243,224 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 226,864 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 226,864 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 221,927 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 221,927 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 202,640 miles

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

Slight wear to offside front of steering rack

Wear to both rear tyres

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 NZU 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 66.7%.

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 SH05 NZU, 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 NZU registered?

SH05 NZU is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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