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SM55 OAC

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

132,545 mi
Last recorded132,545 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 OAC
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 132,545 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)

all metal brake pipes showing corrosion

exhaust system corroded

Fail 29 Sep 2016 132,545 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES SHOWING CORROSION

EXHAUST SYSTEM SHOWING CORROSION

Pass 14 Oct 2015

BOTH REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED SLIGHTLY

FRONT X/MEMBER SHOWING CORROSION

NEARSIDE FRONT BUMPER DAMAGED

OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE PIPE CORRODED SLIGHTLY

OIL LEAK AT ENGINE

RADIATOR CORRODED

SLIGHT DAMPNESS AROUND STEERING PIPES

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR AXLE BEARINGS

Fail 13 Oct 2015

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)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONT (8.2.2)

BOTH REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED SLIGHTLY

FRONT X/MEMBER SHOWING CORROSION

NEARSIDE FRONT BUMPER DAMAGED

OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE PIPE CORRODED SLIGHTLY

OIL LEAK AT ENGINE

RADIATOR CORRODED

SLIGHT DAMPNESS AROUND STEERING PIPES

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR AXLE BEARINGS

Pass 2 Apr 2014

oil leak around engine

radiator showing corrosion

all metal brake pipes showing corrosion

front x/member corroded

slight dampness around steering rack

Pass 16 Feb 2013 116,295 miles

front x/ member showing corrosion

nearside front tyre tread worn

oil leak at engine

radiator corroded

Fail 14 Feb 2013 116,295 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

front x/ member showing corrosion

nearside front tyre tread worn

oil leak at engine

radiator corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2011 109,129 miles

both front brake discs and pads worn

oil leak around engine

radiator weak/corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2010 100,825 miles

both front brake discs showing corrosion

oil leak at engine

sump pan corroded

Fail 30 Sep 2010 100,825 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

both front brake discs showing corrosion

oil leak at engine

sump pan corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2009 91,803 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 91,803 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 71,847 miles

sump pan corroded

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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SM55 OAC is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc 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 SM55 OAC, 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 SM55 OAC registered?

SM55 OAC is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is SM55 OAC safe to buy?

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