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SK55 NMU

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

136,119 mi
Last recorded136,119 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK55 NMU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 136,119 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip in screen (8.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' light scratches in front screen (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 136,056 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip in screen (8.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' light scratches in front screen (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 May 2016 135,975 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 125,838 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 111,320 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 104,806 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 104,804 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 88,530 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 80,329 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 73,120 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 73,120 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 49,171 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 49,171 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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SK55 NMU is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SK55 NMU, 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 SK55 NMU registered?

SK55 NMU is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is SK55 NMU safe to buy?

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